How much does it cost to rent in Dearborn, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Dearborn, MI is $1,705. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Dearborn cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Dearborn falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #33 out of 95 cities at $1,705/mo.

When was Dearborn rent data last updated?

Dearborn rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MI

Dearborn

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Pop. 107,423·33rd most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Dearborn, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,705/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.1%

vs US Median

-$260

Stable (Monthly)

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Dearborn · $1,705

More affordable than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Dearborn's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,705/mo

Expected by trend

$1,763/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Dearborn's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,015

1 BR

$1,120

2 BR

$1,415

3 BR

$1,730

4 BR+

$1,880

Research median

$1,415/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,460/yr

At $1,705/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Dearborn, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

107,423

Median income

$65,324

Median age

33.3

Renters

31.6%

Age distribution

28.7%

23.6%

23.4%

13.7%

Under 1828.7%

18–3423.6%

35–5423.4%

55–6410.6%

65+13.7%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

88%

White88%

Black3.7%

Hispanic2.7%

Asian1.8%

Other3.8%

Education (25+)

15.9%

22.5%

27%

34.6%

No HS diploma15.9%

HS diploma22.5%

Some college27%

Bachelor's+34.6%

Housing tenure

68.4%

31.6%

Owner68.4%

Renter31.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Dearborn, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,453 → $1,705

up 17.3%

Income

$60,184 → $65,324

up 8.5%

Population

107,985 → 107,423

down 0.5%

Renter share

32% → 31.6%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

34.2% → 34.6%

+0.4 pts

Median age

32.1 → 33.3

+1.2 yrs

The median rent in Dearborn, MI stood at $1,453 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,705, reflecting a 17.3% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $60,184 to $65,324 across the same window, up 8.5% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Dearborn, MI look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Dearborn on your salary?

At $1,705/mo, how Dearborn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Dearborn rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Dearborn. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Dearborn, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dearborn is $1,705/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,015/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,415/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,730/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($65,324/yr), Dearborn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dearborn an affordable city for renters?

Dearborn is considered moderate for renters. At $1,705/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($65,324/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dearborn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Dearborn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,705/mo in Dearborn. The local median household income is $65,324/yr, meaning the typical Dearborn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dearborn?

Rent in Dearborn has increased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Dearborn neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Dearborn are 48124 ($1,702/mo), and 48126 ($1,736/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Dearborn is $1,705/mo.

How does Dearborn rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Dearborn is middle-of-the-pack for Michigan for rent, ranking #33 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,705/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dearborn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dearborn ($1,705/mo): River Rouge ($1,000/mo), Melvindale ($1,078/mo), Ecorse ($1,089/mo).

What percentage of Dearborn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.6% of Dearborn households are renters, while 68.4% are owner-occupied. Dearborn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dearborn rent compare to the national average?

Dearborn's median rent of $1,705/mo is $260 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #33 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,705/mo, rent takes ~31% of Dearborn's median household income ($65,324/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dearborn 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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