How much does it cost to rent in Maple Grove, MN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Maple Grove, MN is $2,261. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Maple Grove cheaper than other Minnesota cities?

Maple Grove is one of the pricier cities in Minnesota, ranking #2 out of 67 cities tracked at $2,261/mo.

When was Maple Grove rent data last updated?

Maple Grove 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 · MN

Maple Grove

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Pop. 71,173·2nd most expensive in Minnesota·Maple Grove rents are up 9.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,261/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.7%

Month-over-Month

+3.7%

vs US Median

+$296

Rising (Monthly)

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Maple Grove · $2,261

More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,261/mo

Expected by trend

$2,230/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,600

1 BR

$1,805

2 BR

$2,205

3 BR

$2,935

4 BR+

$3,290

Research median

$2,205/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

$27,132/yr

At $2,261/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.7% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Maple Grove, MN is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

71,173

Median income

$132,731

Median age

40.9

Renters

17.7%

Age distribution

24.1%

17.5%

28.6%

14.3%

15.4%

Under 1824.1%

18–3417.5%

35–5428.6%

55–6414.3%

65+15.4%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

77.3%

White77.3%

Black8.2%

Hispanic2.6%

Asian7.3%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

13.4%

27.1%

57.1%

No HS diploma2.4%

HS diploma13.4%

Some college27.1%

Bachelor's+57.1%

Housing tenure

82.3%

17.7%

Owner82.3%

Renter17.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Maple Grove, MN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,693 → $2,261

up 33.5%

Income

$118,479 → $132,731

up 12.0%

Population

69,900 → 71,173

up 1.8%

Renter share

14.7% → 17.7%

+3.0 pts

Bachelor's+

54.7% → 57.1%

+2.4 pts

Median age

40.3 → 40.9

+0.6 yrs

Rent in Maple Grove, MN has climbed 33.5% since 2021, going from about $1,693 per month to roughly $2,261 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Maple Grove, MN now reports about $132,731, up from $118,479 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 21.5 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 69,900 to 71,173 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. About 17.7% of households rent today, against 14.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 54.7% to 57.1%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Maple Grove, MN reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Maple Grove on your salary?

At $2,261/mo, how Maple Grove rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 38.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 46% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Maple Grove rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Maple Grove

About renting in Maple Grove, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Maple Grove is $2,261/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,600/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,205/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,805/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,935/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($132,731/yr), Maple Grove ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Grove an affordable city for renters?

Maple Grove is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,261/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($132,731/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Maple Grove falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Maple Grove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,261/mo in Maple Grove. The local median household income is $132,731/yr, meaning the typical Maple Grove household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Maple Grove?

Rent in Maple Grove has increased 9.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Maple Grove neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Maple Grove are 55369 ($2,098/mo), and 55311 ($2,356/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Maple Grove is $2,261/mo.

How does Maple Grove rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Maple Grove is one of the pricier cities in Minnesota for rent, ranking #2 out of 67 tracked cities at $2,261/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Maple Grove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Maple Grove ($2,261/mo): New Hope ($1,442/mo), Brooklyn Park ($1,649/mo), Plymouth ($1,940/mo).

What percentage of Maple Grove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.7% of Maple Grove households are renters, while 82.3% are owner-occupied. Maple Grove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Maple Grove rent compare to the national average?

Maple Grove's median rent of $2,261/mo is $296 (15%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #2 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,261/mo, rent takes ~20% of Maple Grove's median household income ($132,731/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Maple Grove 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5.35–9.85%

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