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Robbinsdale

Pop. 14,234·28th most expensive in Minnesota·Robbinsdale rents are up 17.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,789/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.1%
Month-over-Month
-1.5%
vs US Median
-$176
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Robbinsdale · $1,789
More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,789/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$72,000/yr
Local median income
$88,252/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Robbinsdale's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,427
1 BR
$1,501
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,259
Research median
$1,680/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
$21,468/yr
At $1,789/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 17.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.1% YoY, -1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Robbinsdale, MN is majority owner-occupied, 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,234
Median income
$88,252
Median age
39.4
Renters
29%
Age distribution
20.2%
24.5%
26%
17.6%
Under 1820.2%
18–3424.5%
35–5426%
55–6411.8%
65+17.6%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
67.7%
15.1%
White67.7%
Black15.1%
Hispanic8.9%
Asian3.1%
Other5.2%
Education (25+)
19.9%
33.4%
41.4%
No HS diploma5.3%
HS diploma19.9%
Some college33.4%
Bachelor's+41.4%
Housing tenure
71%
29%
Owner71%
Renter29%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Robbinsdale, MN has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,483 → $1,789
up 20.6%
Income
$69,239 → $88,252
up 27.5%
Population
14,522 → 14,234
down 2.0%
Renter share
31.1% → 29%
-2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
39.5% → 41.4%
+1.9 pts
Median age
38.1 → 39.4
+1.3 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Robbinsdale, MN has climbed from $1,483 to $1,789, a 20.6% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $88,252 today, compared with $69,239 five years earlier. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has contracted by 2.0% since 2021, moving from about 14,522 residents to roughly 14,234. Renters now make up 29% of households, compared with 31.1% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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By apartment size

Robbinsdale rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Robbinsdale, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Robbinsdale is $1,789/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,427/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,501/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,259/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($88,252/yr), Robbinsdale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Robbinsdale an affordable city for renters?

Robbinsdale is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,789/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($88,252/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Robbinsdale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Robbinsdale?

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 $1,789/mo in Robbinsdale. The local median household income is $88,252/yr, meaning the typical Robbinsdale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Robbinsdale?

Rent in Robbinsdale has increased 17.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Robbinsdale rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Robbinsdale is middle-of-the-pack for Minnesota for rent, ranking #28 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,789/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Robbinsdale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Robbinsdale ($1,789/mo): Brooklyn Center ($1,408/mo), New Hope ($1,442/mo), Crystal ($1,679/mo).

What percentage of Robbinsdale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29% of Robbinsdale households are renters, while 71% are owner-occupied. Robbinsdale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Robbinsdale rent compare to the national average?

Robbinsdale's median rent of $1,789/mo is $176 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #28 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,789/mo, rent takes ~24% of Robbinsdale's median household income ($88,252/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Robbinsdale 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.35–9.85%
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