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Rosemount

Pop. 27,562·13th most expensive in Minnesota·Rental market data updated monthly for Rosemount, MN
Median rent (all units)
$1,985/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.3%
Month-over-Month
-5.1%
vs US Median
+$20
Falling (Monthly)
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Rosemount · $1,985
More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Rosemount's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,985/mo
Expected by trend
$2,035/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,470
1 BR
$1,660
2 BR
$2,030
3 BR
$2,700
4 BR+
$3,030
Research median
$2,030/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
$23,820/yr
At $1,985/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 1.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.3% YoY, -5.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rosemount, MN is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,562
Median income
$129,625
Median age
38.9
Renters
12.6%
Age distribution
26.5%
18.5%
29.7%
13.8%
Under 1826.5%
18–3418.5%
35–5429.7%
55–6411.5%
65+13.8%
Gender
50.3%
49.7%
Male50.3%
Female49.7%
Race & ethnicity
82.6%
White82.6%
Black3.1%
Hispanic3.5%
Asian5.8%
Other5.1%
Education (25+)
14.4%
31.3%
51.6%
No HS diploma2.7%
HS diploma14.4%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+51.6%
Housing tenure
87.4%
12.6%
Owner87.4%
Renter12.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Rosemount, MN has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,860 → $1,985
up 6.7%
Income
$117,416 → $129,625
up 10.4%
Population
25,513 → 27,562
up 8.0%
Renter share
13.1% → 12.6%
-0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
50.9% → 51.6%
+0.7 pts
Median age
37.5 → 38.9
+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Rosemount, MN has shifted from $1,860 to $1,985, up 6.7% since 2023. On the earnings side, the typical household in Rosemount, MN now reports about $129,625, up from $117,416 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Rosemount, MN adding about 2,049 residents over the five-year window, up 8.0% on net. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Rosemount, MN reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Rosemount, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rosemount is $1,985/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,470/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,660/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($129,625/yr), Rosemount ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rosemount an affordable city for renters?

Rosemount is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,985/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($129,625/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rosemount falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rosemount?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,985/mo in Rosemount. The local median household income is $129,625/yr, meaning the typical Rosemount household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rosemount?

Rent in Rosemount has increased 1.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rosemount rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Rosemount is one of the pricier cities in Minnesota for rent, ranking #13 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,985/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rosemount?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rosemount ($1,985/mo): South Saint Paul ($1,453/mo), Eagan ($1,632/mo), Inver Grove Heights ($1,861/mo).

What percentage of Rosemount residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.6% of Rosemount households are renters, while 87.4% are owner-occupied. Rosemount leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rosemount rent compare to the national average?

Rosemount's median rent of $1,985/mo is $20 (1%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #13 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,985/mo, rent takes ~18% of Rosemount's median household income ($129,625/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rosemount 18%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.35–9.85%
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