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Vadnais Heights

Pop. 12,838·7th most expensive in Minnesota·Vadnais Heights rents are up 10.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,046/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.1%
Month-over-Month
+4.4%
vs US Median
+$81
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Vadnais Heights · $2,046
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,046/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$82,000/yr
Local median income
$98,685/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Vadnais Heights's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,380
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,900
3 BR
$2,530
4 BR+
$2,830
Research median
$1,900/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
$24,552/yr
At $2,046/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 10.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.1% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Vadnais Heights, MN is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 45.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,838
Median income
$98,685
Median age
39.6
Renters
20.4%
Age distribution
21.8%
19.6%
26.1%
12.8%
19.6%
Under 1821.8%
18–3419.6%
35–5426.1%
55–6412.8%
65+19.6%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
72.6%
White72.6%
Black6%
Hispanic7.2%
Asian8.2%
Other6%
Education (25+)
18.7%
30.5%
45.9%
No HS diploma4.9%
HS diploma18.7%
Some college30.5%
Bachelor's+45.9%
Housing tenure
79.6%
20.4%
Owner79.6%
Renter20.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Vadnais Heights, MN has changed in 5 years

Income
$84,269 → $98,685
up 17.1%
Population
12,931 → 12,838
down 0.7%
Renter share
18.5% → 20.4%
+1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
42.9% → 45.9%
+3.0 pts
Median age
41.9 → 39.6
-2.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $84,269 in 2021 to $98,685 more recently. Renters now make up 20.4% of households, compared with 18.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 45.9% of adults here, versus 42.9% in 2021.

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Vadnais Heights rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Vadnais Heights, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Vadnais Heights is $2,046/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,380/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,900/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($98,685/yr), Vadnais Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Vadnais Heights an affordable city for renters?

Vadnais Heights is considered affordable for renters. At $2,046/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($98,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Vadnais Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Vadnais Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,046/mo in Vadnais Heights. The local median household income is $98,685/yr, meaning the typical Vadnais Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Vadnais Heights?

Rent in Vadnais Heights has increased 10.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Vadnais Heights rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Vadnais Heights is one of the pricier cities in Minnesota for rent, ranking #7 out of 67 tracked cities at $2,046/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Vadnais Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Vadnais Heights ($2,046/mo): Little Canada ($1,400/mo), Roseville ($1,471/mo), Maplewood ($1,571/mo).

What percentage of Vadnais Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.4% of Vadnais Heights households are renters, while 79.6% are owner-occupied. Vadnais Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Vadnais Heights rent compare to the national average?

Vadnais Heights's median rent of $2,046/mo is $81 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #7 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,046/mo, rent takes ~25% of Vadnais Heights's median household income ($98,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5.35–9.85%
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