How much does it cost to rent in Highland Springs, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Highland Springs, VA is $1,581. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Highland Springs cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Highland Springs is among the more affordable cities in Virginia, ranking #70 out of 83 cities at $1,581/mo.

When was Highland Springs rent data last updated?

Highland Springs 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

Highland Springs

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Pop. 14,296·70th most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for Highland Springs, VA

Median rent (all units)

$1,581/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+1.0%

vs US Median

-$384

Rising (Monthly)

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Highland Springs · $1,581

More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,581/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$63,000/yr

Local median income

$57,599/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,380

1 BR

$1,440

2 BR

$1,590

3 BR

$2,010

4 BR+

$2,490

Research median

$1,590/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

$18,972/yr

At $1,581/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Highland Springs, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 23% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,296

Median income

$57,599

Median age

Renters

38.7%

Age distribution

22.9%

23.2%

23.5%

12.7%

17.8%

Under 1822.9%

18–3423.2%

35–5423.5%

55–6412.7%

65+17.8%

Gender

46.3%

53.7%

Male46.3%

Female53.7%

Race & ethnicity

24.3%

69.7%

White24.3%

Black69.7%

Hispanic2.8%

Other2.8%

Education (25+)

39.1%

28.3%

23%

No HS diploma9.6%

HS diploma39.1%

Some college28.3%

Bachelor's+23%

Housing tenure

61.3%

38.7%

Owner61.3%

Renter38.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Highland Springs, VA has changed in 5 years

Income

$50,684 → $57,599

up 13.6%

Population

14,823 → 14,296

down 3.6%

Renter share

38.9% → 38.7%

-0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

15.2% → 23%

+7.8 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $50,684 in 2021 to $57,599 more recently. The population has contracted by 3.6% since 2021, moving from about 14,823 residents to roughly 14,296. College-educated residents now make up 23% of adults here, versus 15.2% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Highland Springs on your salary?

At $1,581/mo, how Highland Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Highland Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Highland Springs, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Highland Springs is $1,581/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,380/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,010/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($57,599/yr), Highland Springs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Springs an affordable city for renters?

Highland Springs is considered moderate for renters. At $1,581/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($57,599/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Highland Springs slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Highland Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,581/mo in Highland Springs. The local median household income is $57,599/yr, meaning the typical Highland Springs household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Highland Springs?

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

How does Highland Springs rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Highland Springs is one of the more affordable cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #70 out of 83 tracked cities at $1,581/mo.

What percentage of Highland Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.7% of Highland Springs households are renters, while 61.3% are owner-occupied. Highland Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Highland Springs rent compare to the national average?

Highland Springs's median rent of $1,581/mo is $384 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #70 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,581/mo, rent takes ~33% of Highland Springs's median household income ($57,599/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Highland Springs 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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