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Warrenton

Pop. 10,176·27th most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for Warrenton, VA
Median rent (all units)
$2,296/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+7.1%
vs US Median
+$331
Rising (Monthly)
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Warrenton · $2,296
More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,296/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$92,000/yr
Local median income
$83,331/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Warrenton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,590
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$1,830
3 BR
$2,290
4 BR+
$2,700
Research median
$1,830/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
$27,552/yr
At $2,296/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +7.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Warrenton, VA is majority owner-occupied, 46.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,176
Median income
$83,331
Median age
40.2
Renters
37%
Age distribution
21.4%
22%
24.1%
14.4%
18.2%
Under 1821.4%
18–3422%
35–5424.1%
55–6414.4%
65+18.2%
Gender
45%
55%
Male45%
Female55%
Race & ethnicity
72.3%
White72.3%
Black9.9%
Hispanic9.7%
Asian2.7%
Other5.4%
Education (25+)
19.6%
25.3%
46.1%
No HS diploma9%
HS diploma19.6%
Some college25.3%
Bachelor's+46.1%
Housing tenure
63%
37%
Owner63%
Renter37%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Warrenton, VA has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,275 → $83,331
up 6.5%
Population
10,002 → 10,176
up 1.7%
Renter share
36.9% → 37%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
39.2% → 46.1%
+6.9 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,275 in 2021 to $83,331 more recently. Census counts show Warrenton, VA adding about 174 residents over the five-year window, up 1.7% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 39.2% to 46.1% across the same window.

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About renting in Warrenton, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warrenton is $2,296/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,830/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,290/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($83,331/yr), Warrenton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warrenton an affordable city for renters?

Warrenton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,296/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($83,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warrenton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Warrenton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,296/mo in Warrenton. The local median household income is $83,331/yr, meaning the typical Warrenton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Warrenton?

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

How does Warrenton rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Warrenton is one of the pricier cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #27 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,296/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Warrenton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Warrenton ($2,296/mo): Culpeper ($1,908/mo), Manassas ($2,200/mo).

What percentage of Warrenton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37% of Warrenton households are renters, while 63% are owner-occupied. Warrenton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Warrenton rent compare to the national average?

Warrenton's median rent of $2,296/mo is $331 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #27 out of 83 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,296/mo, rent takes ~33% of Warrenton's median household income ($83,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5.75%
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