How much does it cost to rent in Christiansburg, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Christiansburg, VA is $1,693. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Christiansburg cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Christiansburg is among the more affordable cities in Virginia, ranking #61 out of 83 cities at $1,693/mo.

When was Christiansburg rent data last updated?

Christiansburg rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · VA

Christiansburg

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Pop. 22,720·61st most expensive in Virginia·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$1,693/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.6%

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

-$272

Falling (Monthly)

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Christiansburg · $1,693

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Christiansburg's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,693/mo

Expected by trend

$1,834/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Christiansburg's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$900

1 BR

$920

2 BR

$1,170

3 BR

$1,570

4 BR+

$1,960

Research median

$1,170/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

$20,316/yr

At $1,693/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.6% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Christiansburg, VA is majority owner-occupied, 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

22,720

Median income

$77,147

Median age

39.2

Renters

40.2%

Age distribution

18.5%

24.5%

26.8%

19.2%

Under 1818.5%

18–3424.5%

35–5426.8%

55–6411%

65+19.2%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

82.9%

White82.9%

Black5.9%

Hispanic4.2%

Asian3.7%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

24.5%

25.6%

44.7%

No HS diploma5.2%

HS diploma24.5%

Some college25.6%

Bachelor's+44.7%

Housing tenure

59.8%

40.2%

Owner59.8%

Renter40.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Christiansburg, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,523 → $1,693

up 11.2%

Income

$63,934 → $77,147

up 20.7%

Population

23,174 → 22,720

down 2.0%

Renter share

39.9% → 40.2%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

42% → 44.7%

+2.7 pts

Median age

37.9 → 39.2

+1.3 yrs

Rent in Christiansburg, VA has climbed 11.2% since 2022, going from about $1,523 per month to roughly $1,693 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Christiansburg, VA now reports about $77,147, up from $63,934 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 9.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 23,174 to 22,720 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 42% to 44.7%. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Christiansburg, VA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Christiansburg on your salary?

At $1,693/mo, how Christiansburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 11.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 31.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 35.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Christiansburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Christiansburg, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Christiansburg is $1,693/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $900/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,570/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($77,147/yr), Christiansburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Christiansburg an affordable city for renters?

Christiansburg is considered affordable for renters. At $1,693/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($77,147/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Christiansburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Christiansburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,693/mo in Christiansburg. The local median household income is $77,147/yr, meaning the typical Christiansburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Christiansburg?

Rent in Christiansburg has decreased 0.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Christiansburg rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Christiansburg is one of the more affordable cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #61 out of 83 tracked cities at $1,693/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Christiansburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Christiansburg ($1,693/mo): Princeton ($788/mo), Roanoke ($1,394/mo), Radford ($1,503/mo).

What percentage of Christiansburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.2% of Christiansburg households are renters, while 59.8% are owner-occupied. Christiansburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Christiansburg rent compare to the national average?

Christiansburg's median rent of $1,693/mo is $272 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #61 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,693/mo, rent takes ~26% of Christiansburg's median household income ($77,147/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Christiansburg 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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