How much does it cost to rent in Rochester Hills, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rochester Hills, MI is $1,800. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rochester Hills cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Rochester Hills is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #24 out of 95 cities tracked at $1,800/mo.

When was Rochester Hills rent data last updated?

Rochester Hills 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

Rochester Hills

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Pop. 77,089·24th most expensive in Michigan·Rochester Hills rents are up 10.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,800/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.6%

Month-over-Month

+6.2%

vs US Median

-$165

Rising (Monthly)

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Rochester Hills · $1,800

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,800/mo

Expected by trend

$1,793/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,240

1 BR

$1,370

2 BR

$1,730

3 BR

$2,120

4 BR+

$2,290

Research median

$1,730/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

$21,600/yr

At $1,800/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.6% YoY, +6.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rochester Hills, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 61.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

77,089

Median income

$120,694

Median age

Renters

23.3%

Age distribution

21.8%

20.1%

26.8%

13.2%

18.1%

Under 1821.8%

18–3420.1%

35–5426.8%

55–6413.2%

65+18.1%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

72.3%

14.5%

White72.3%

Black3.5%

Hispanic5.1%

Asian14.5%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

14%

21.7%

61.4%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma14%

Some college21.7%

Bachelor's+61.4%

Housing tenure

76.7%

23.3%

Owner76.7%

Renter23.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rochester Hills, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,431 → $1,800

up 25.8%

Income

$106,398 → $120,694

up 13.4%

Population

75,990 → 77,089

up 1.4%

Renter share

22.2% → 23.3%

+1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

60% → 61.4%

+1.4 pts

Rent in Rochester Hills, MI has climbed 25.8% since 2021, going from about $1,431 per month to roughly $1,800 today. Median household income grew from $106,398 to $120,694 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.4% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 12.4 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 75,990 to 77,089 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. Taken together, the five-year picture in Rochester Hills, MI reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rochester Hills on your salary?

At $1,800/mo, how Rochester Hills rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 39.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Rochester Hills rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rochester Hills, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rochester Hills is $1,800/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,240/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,120/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($120,694/yr), Rochester Hills ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rochester Hills an affordable city for renters?

Rochester Hills is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,800/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($120,694/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rochester Hills falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rochester Hills?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,800/mo in Rochester Hills. The local median household income is $120,694/yr, meaning the typical Rochester Hills household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rochester Hills?

Rent in Rochester Hills has increased 10.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rochester Hills rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Rochester Hills is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #24 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,800/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rochester Hills?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rochester Hills ($1,800/mo): Shelby Township ($1,645/mo), Rochester ($1,726/mo), Auburn Hills ($1,754/mo).

What percentage of Rochester Hills residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.3% of Rochester Hills households are renters, while 76.7% are owner-occupied. Rochester Hills leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rochester Hills rent compare to the national average?

Rochester Hills's median rent of $1,800/mo is $165 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #24 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,800/mo, rent takes ~18% of Rochester Hills's median household income ($120,694/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rochester Hills 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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