How much does it cost to rent in Harper Woods, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Harper Woods, MI is $1,445. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Harper Woods cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Harper Woods falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #56 out of 95 cities at $1,445/mo.

When was Harper Woods rent data last updated?

Harper Woods 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

Harper Woods

Name: Average Rent Prices in Harper Woods, MI
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Pop. 15,116·56th most expensive in Michigan·Harper Woods rents are up 8.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,445/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.3%

Month-over-Month

+4.7%

vs US Median

-$520

Rising (Monthly)

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Harper Woods · $1,445

More affordable than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

44/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Harper Woods's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,445/mo

Expected by trend

$1,400/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,140

1 BR

$1,260

2 BR

$1,590

3 BR

$1,950

4 BR+

$2,110

Research median

$1,590/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

$17,340/yr

At $1,445/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Harper Woods, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,116

Median income

$65,022

Median age

37.1

Renters

32.9%

Age distribution

28.1%

20%

27.4%

14.3%

Under 1828.1%

18–3420%

35–5427.4%

55–6410.2%

65+14.3%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

29.7%

63.4%

White29.7%

Black63.4%

Hispanic2.2%

Asian0.6%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

27.8%

37.9%

26.1%

No HS diploma8.2%

HS diploma27.8%

Some college37.9%

Bachelor's+26.1%

Housing tenure

67.1%

32.9%

Owner67.1%

Renter32.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Harper Woods, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,113 → $1,445

up 29.8%

Income

$53,555 → $65,022

up 21.4%

Population

15,287 → 15,116

down 1.1%

Renter share

42.3% → 32.9%

-9.4 pts

Bachelor's+

24% → 26.1%

+2.1 pts

Compared with 2022, rent in Harper Woods, MI has climbed by $332 per month, settling near $1,445 after starting the period at $1,113. Household income in the area moved from $53,555 to $65,022 across the same window, up 21.4% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.4 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,287 to 15,116 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.1% change. About 32.9% of households rent today, against 42.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 24% to 26.1%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Harper Woods, MI look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Harper Woods on your salary?

At $1,445/mo, how Harper Woods rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 10.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Harper Woods rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Harper Woods, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Harper Woods is $1,445/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,950/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($65,022/yr), Harper Woods ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harper Woods an affordable city for renters?

Harper Woods is considered affordable for renters. At $1,445/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($65,022/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harper Woods falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Harper Woods?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,445/mo in Harper Woods. The local median household income is $65,022/yr, meaning the typical Harper Woods household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Harper Woods?

Rent in Harper Woods has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Harper Woods rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Harper Woods is middle-of-the-pack for Michigan for rent, ranking #56 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,445/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harper Woods?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Harper Woods ($1,445/mo): Roseville ($1,313/mo), Fraser ($1,400/mo), Eastpointe ($1,408/mo).

What percentage of Harper Woods residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.9% of Harper Woods households are renters, while 67.1% are owner-occupied. Harper Woods leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Harper Woods rent compare to the national average?

Harper Woods's median rent of $1,445/mo is $520 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #56 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,445/mo, rent takes ~27% of Harper Woods's median household income ($65,022/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Harper Woods 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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