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Adrian

Pop. 20,395·94th most expensive in Michigan·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,032/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.2%
vs US Median
-$930
Falling (Monthly)
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Adrian · $1,032
More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,032/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$41,000/yr
Local median income
$50,209/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Adrian's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$710
1 BR
$770
2 BR
$1,000
3 BR
$1,300
4 BR+
$1,510
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,000/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,032 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$12,384/yr
At $1,032/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Adrian, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,395
Median income
$50,209
Median age
35.8
Renters
44.3%
Age distribution
19.3%
29.4%
21.1%
18.7%
Under 1819.3%
18–3429.4%
35–5421.1%
55–6411.5%
65+18.7%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
77.7%
20.7%
White77.7%
Black4.7%
Hispanic20.7%
Education (25+)
37.1%
29.6%
21.9%
No HS diploma11.4%
HS diploma37.1%
Some college29.6%
Bachelor's+21.9%
Housing tenure
55.7%
44.3%
Owner55.7%
Renter44.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Adrian, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$36,472 → $50,209
up 37.7%
Population
20,674 → 20,395
down 1.3%
Renter share
45.9% → 44.3%
-1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
19.2% → 21.9%
+2.7 pts
Median age
34.8 → 35.8
+1.0 yrs

Median household income rose from $36,472 to $50,209 between 2021 and 2024, a 37.7% shift. The population has contracted by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 20,674 residents to roughly 20,395. Renters now make up 44.3% of households, compared with 45.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 21.9% of adults here, versus 19.2% in 2021.

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About renting in Adrian, MI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Adrian is $1,032/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $710/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,300/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($50,209/yr), Adrian ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Adrian an affordable city for renters?

Adrian is considered affordable for renters. At $1,032/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($50,209/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Adrian falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Adrian?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,032/mo in Adrian. The local median household income is $50,209/yr, meaning the typical Adrian household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Adrian?

Rent in Adrian has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Adrian rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Adrian is one of the more affordable cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #94 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,032/mo.

What percentage of Adrian residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.3% of Adrian households are renters, while 55.7% are owner-occupied. Adrian leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Adrian rent compare to the national average?

Adrian's median rent of $1,032/mo is $930 (47%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #94 out of 96 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,032/mo, rent takes ~25% of Adrian's median household income ($50,209/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.25%
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