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

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Holland, MI is $1,721. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Holland cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Holland is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #30 out of 93 cities tracked at $1,721/mo.

When was Holland rent data last updated?

Holland rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 30, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MI

Holland

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Pop. 34,423·30th most expensive in Michigan·Holland rents are up 8.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,721/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.7%

Month-over-Month

+6.0%

vs US Median

-$209

Rising (Monthly)

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Holland · $1,721

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$940

1 BR

$1,150

2 BR

$1,330

3 BR

$1,705

4 BR+

$1,920

Research median

$1,330/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: May 30, 2026

Annual cost

$20,652/yr

At $1,721/mo median

Market timing

Rents rising

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Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Holland's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,721/mo

Expected by trend

$1,714/mo

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

Demographics

Who lives here

Holland, MI is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,423

Median income

$75,865

Median age

31.7

Renters

32.2%

Age distribution

20.4%

33.9%

20.2%

16.8%

Under 1820.4%

18–3433.9%

35–5420.2%

55–648.7%

65+16.8%

Gender

47.4%

52.6%

Male47.4%

Female52.6%

Race & ethnicity

71.1%

23.6%

White71.1%

Black4.3%

Hispanic23.6%

Asian3.5%

Education (25+)

26.2%

29.2%

35.8%

No HS diploma8.8%

HS diploma26.2%

Some college29.2%

Bachelor's+35.8%

Housing tenure

67.8%

32.2%

Owner67.8%

Renter32.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Holland, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,162 → $1,721

up 48.1%

Income

$63,853 → $75,865

up 18.8%

Population

34,067 → 34,423

up 1.0%

Renter share

33.7% → 32.2%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

33.6% → 35.8%

+2.2 pts

Median age

32.6 → 31.7

-0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Holland, MI has climbed from $1,162 to $1,721, a 48.1% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Holland, MI now reports about $75,865, up from $63,853 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.0% since 2021, moving from about 34,067 residents to roughly 34,423. Renters now make up 32.2% of households, compared with 33.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 35.8% of adults here, versus 33.6% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Holland, MI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Holland on your salary?

At $1,721/mo, how Holland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Holland rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Holland, MI

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Holland is $1,721/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,705/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($75,865/yr), Holland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Holland an affordable city for renters?

Holland is considered affordable for renters. At $1,721/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($75,865/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Holland falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Holland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,721/mo in Holland. The local median household income is $75,865/yr, meaning the typical Holland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Holland?

Rent in Holland has increased 8.7% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Holland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Holland are 49423 ($1,571/mo), and 49424 ($1,870/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Holland is $1,721/mo.

How does Holland rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Holland is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #30 out of 93 tracked cities at $1,721/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Holland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Holland ($1,721/mo): Allendale ($1,523/mo), Grand Haven ($1,567/mo).

What percentage of Holland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.2% of Holland households are renters, while 67.8% are owner-occupied. Holland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Holland rent compare to the national average?

Holland's median rent of $1,721/mo is $209 (11%) below the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #30 out of 93 tracked cities.

Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,721/mo, rent takes ~27% of Holland's median household income ($75,865/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Holland 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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