How much does it cost to rent in Minden, NV?

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Minden, NV is $2,750. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Minden cheaper than other Nevada cities?

Minden is one of the pricier cities in Nevada, ranking #2 out of 17 cities tracked at $2,750/mo.

When was Minden rent data last updated?

Minden rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 18, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NV

Minden

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Pop. 3,707·2nd most expensive in Nevada·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,750/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+5.8%

vs US Median

+$785

Rising (Monthly)

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Most AffordableMost Expensive

Minden · $2,750

More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,750/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$110,000/yr

Local median income

$99,904/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Minden's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,360

1 BR

$1,630

2 BR

$1,990

3 BR

$2,790

4 BR+

$3,340

Research median

$1,990/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: May 18, 2026

Annual cost

$33,000/yr

At $2,750/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Minden, NV is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

3,707

Median income

$99,904

Median age

49.2

Renters

25.5%

Age distribution

20.3%

14.6%

22.3%

15%

27.8%

Under 1820.3%

18–3414.6%

35–5422.3%

55–6415%

65+27.8%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

89.2%

White89.2%

Black0.8%

Hispanic6%

Asian3.8%

Education (25+)

25.7%

34.5%

36.8%

No HS diploma3.1%

HS diploma25.7%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+36.8%

Housing tenure

74.5%

25.5%

Owner74.5%

Renter25.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Minden, NV has changed in 5 years

Income

$78,375 → $99,904

up 27.5%

Population

3,335 → 3,707

up 11.2%

Renter share

26.4% → 25.5%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

35.5% → 36.8%

+1.3 pts

Median age

50.5 → 49.2

-1.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Minden, NV now reports about $99,904, up from $78,375 in 2021. The population has grown by 11.2% since 2021, moving from about 3,335 residents to roughly 3,707.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Minden on your salary?

At $2,750/mo, how Minden rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 50.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 44% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 54.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 60% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 48.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Minden rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Minden

About renting in Minden, NV

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Minden is $2,750/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,790/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($99,904/yr), Minden ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Minden an affordable city for renters?

Minden is considered moderate for renters. At $2,750/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($99,904/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Minden slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Minden?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $110,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,750/mo in Minden. The local median household income is $99,904/yr, meaning the typical Minden household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Minden?

Rent in Minden has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of May 2026.

How does Minden rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Minden is one of the pricier cities in Nevada for rent, ranking #2 out of 17 tracked cities at $2,750/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Minden?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Minden ($2,750/mo): Carson City ($1,840/mo), Dayton ($2,261/mo), Gardnerville ($2,300/mo).

What percentage of Minden residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.5% of Minden households are renters, while 74.5% are owner-occupied. Minden leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.