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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Herndon, VA is $2,467. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Herndon cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Herndon is one of the pricier cities in Virginia, ranking #21 out of 83 cities tracked at $2,467/mo.

When was Herndon rent data last updated?

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

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Herndon

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Pop. 24,672·21st most expensive in Virginia·Herndon rents are up 6.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,467/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$502

Rising (Monthly)

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Herndon · $2,467

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Herndon's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,467/mo

Expected by trend

$2,357/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,155

1 BR

$2,205

2 BR

$2,480

3 BR

$3,100

4 BR+

$3,660

Research median

$2,480/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

$29,604/yr

At $2,467/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.7% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Herndon, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 53.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,672

Median income

$148,000

Median age

35.1

Renters

37.9%

Age distribution

23.2%

26.4%

30%

Under 1823.2%

18–3426.4%

35–5430%

55–6410.5%

65+9.9%

Gender

51.8%

48.2%

Male51.8%

Female48.2%

Race & ethnicity

37.1%

34.6%

16.2%

White37.1%

Black8.1%

Hispanic34.6%

Asian16.2%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

14.7%

14.2%

18%

53.2%

No HS diploma14.7%

HS diploma14.2%

Some college18%

Bachelor's+53.2%

Housing tenure

62.1%

37.9%

Owner62.1%

Renter37.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Herndon, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,797 → $2,467

up 37.3%

Income

$117,741 → $148,000

up 25.7%

Population

24,574 → 24,672

up 0.4%

Renter share

36.6% → 37.9%

+1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

49.6% → 53.2%

+3.6 pts

Median age

35.7 → 35.1

-0.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Herndon, VA has shifted from $1,797 to $2,467, up 37.3% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $148,000 today, compared with $117,741 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 49.6% to 53.2% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Herndon on your salary?

At $2,467/mo, how Herndon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 46.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 51.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Herndon rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Herndon

About renting in Herndon, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Herndon is $2,467/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,155/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,480/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,205/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,100/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($148,000/yr), Herndon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Herndon an affordable city for renters?

Herndon is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,467/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($148,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Herndon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Herndon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,467/mo in Herndon. The local median household income is $148,000/yr, meaning the typical Herndon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Herndon?

Rent in Herndon has increased 6.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Herndon neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Herndon are 20170 ($2,413/mo), and 20171 ($2,485/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Herndon is $2,467/mo.

How does Herndon rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Herndon is one of the pricier cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #21 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,467/mo.

What percentage of Herndon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.9% of Herndon households are renters, while 62.1% are owner-occupied. Herndon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Herndon rent compare to the national average?

Herndon's median rent of $2,467/mo is $502 (26%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #21 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,467/mo, rent takes ~20% of Herndon's median household income ($148,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Herndon 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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