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Washington

Pop. 32,348·16th most expensive in Utah·Washington rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,001/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
+$36
Falling (Monthly)
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Washington · $2,001
More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
46/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Washington's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,001/mo
Expected by trend
$1,957/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,190
2 BR
$1,520
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,550
Research median
$1,520/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
$24,012/yr
At $2,001/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Washington, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,348
Median income
$91,853
Median age
38.5
Renters
25.4%
Age distribution
26.1%
19.8%
23.4%
21%
Under 1826.1%
18–3419.8%
35–5423.4%
55–649.8%
65+21%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
84.5%
13.5%
White84.5%
Hispanic13.5%
Asian0.7%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
20.3%
38.5%
35.8%
No HS diploma5.3%
HS diploma20.3%
Some college38.5%
Bachelor's+35.8%
Housing tenure
74.6%
25.4%
Owner74.6%
Renter25.4%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Washington, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,756 → $2,001
up 14.0%
Income
$79,450 → $91,853
up 15.6%
Population
27,689 → 32,348
up 16.8%
Renter share
30.4% → 25.4%
-5.0 pts
Bachelor's+
35.7% → 35.8%
+0.1 pts
Median age
36.3 → 38.5
+2.2 yrs

The median rent in Washington, UT stood at $1,756 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,001, reflecting a 14.0% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $79,450 in 2021 to $91,853 more recently. The population has grown by 16.8% since 2021, moving from about 27,689 residents to roughly 32,348. Renters now make up 25.4% of households, compared with 30.4% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Washington, UT market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

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At $2,001/mo, how Washington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Washington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Washington, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Washington is $2,001/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,020/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($91,853/yr), Washington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Washington an affordable city for renters?

Washington is considered affordable for renters. At $2,001/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($91,853/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Washington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Washington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,001/mo in Washington. The local median household income is $91,853/yr, meaning the typical Washington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Washington?

Rent in Washington has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Washington rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Washington is one of the pricier cities in Utah for rent, ranking #16 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,001/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Washington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Washington ($2,001/mo): Mesquite ($1,379/mo), Saint George ($1,884/mo), Hurricane ($1,908/mo).

What percentage of Washington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of Washington households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. Washington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Washington rent compare to the national average?

Washington's median rent of $2,001/mo is $36 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #16 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,001/mo, rent takes ~26% of Washington's median household income ($91,853/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Washington 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.55%
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