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Purcellville

Pop. 8,973·13th most expensive in Virginia·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,800/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-3.4%
vs US Median
+$835
Falling (Monthly)
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Purcellville · $2,800
More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,800/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$112,000/yr
Local median income
$165,121/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Purcellville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,010
1 BR
$2,050
2 BR
$2,310
3 BR
$2,890
4 BR+
$3,410
Research median
$2,310/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$33,600/yr
At $2,800/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Purcellville, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 60.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,973
Median income
$165,121
Median age
36
Renters
10.2%
Age distribution
26.7%
21.4%
29.8%
12.3%
Under 1826.7%
18–3421.4%
35–5429.8%
55–6412.3%
65+9.8%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
74.7%
White74.7%
Black7.2%
Hispanic11.7%
Asian2.4%
Other4%
Education (25+)
25%
60.9%
No HS diploma3.7%
HS diploma10.3%
Some college25%
Bachelor's+60.9%
Housing tenure
89.8%
Owner89.8%
Renter10.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Purcellville, VA has changed in 5 years

Income
$140,536 → $165,121
up 17.5%
Population
8,910 → 8,973
up 0.7%
Renter share
14.1% → 10.2%
-3.9 pts
Bachelor's+
55% → 60.9%
+5.9 pts
Median age
35.3 → 36
+0.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $140,536 in 2021 to $165,121 more recently. Renters now make up 10.2% of households, compared with 14.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 60.9% of adults here, versus 55% in 2021.

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At $2,800/mo, how Purcellville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Purcellville rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Purcellville, VA

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Purcellville is $2,800/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,010/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,890/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($165,121/yr), Purcellville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Purcellville an affordable city for renters?

Purcellville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,800/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($165,121/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Purcellville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Purcellville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $112,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,800/mo in Purcellville. The local median household income is $165,121/yr, meaning the typical Purcellville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Purcellville?

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

How does Purcellville rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Purcellville is one of the pricier cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #13 out of 85 tracked cities at $2,800/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Purcellville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Purcellville ($2,800/mo): Charles Town ($1,976/mo), Leesburg ($2,399/mo).

What percentage of Purcellville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 10.2% of Purcellville households are renters, while 89.8% are owner-occupied. Purcellville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Purcellville rent compare to the national average?

Purcellville's median rent of $2,800/mo is $835 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #13 out of 85 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,800/mo, rent takes ~20% of Purcellville's median household income ($165,121/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5.75%
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