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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Williamsburg, VA is $2,058. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Williamsburg cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Williamsburg falls in the middle range for Virginia, ranking #46 out of 83 cities at $2,058/mo.

When was Williamsburg rent data last updated?

Williamsburg 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

Williamsburg

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Pop. 15,798·46th most expensive in Virginia·Williamsburg rents are up 9.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,058/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.3%

Month-over-Month

+3.2%

vs US Median

+$93

Rising (Monthly)

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Williamsburg · $2,058

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

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Williamsburg's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,058/mo

Expected by trend

$1,972/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,535

1 BR

$1,535

2 BR

$1,760

3 BR

$2,450

4 BR+

$2,915

Research median

$1,760/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

$24,696/yr

At $2,058/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.3% YoY, +3.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Williamsburg, VA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,798

Median income

$75,604

Median age

23.7

Renters

46.8%

Age distribution

49.8%

13%

17.5%

Under 1810.5%

18–3449.8%

35–5413%

55–649.2%

65+17.5%

Gender

46.3%

53.7%

Male46.3%

Female53.7%

Race & ethnicity

68.1%

14.4%

White68.1%

Black14.4%

Hispanic8.3%

Asian6.8%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

18.6%

29.1%

45.8%

No HS diploma6.5%

HS diploma18.6%

Some college29.1%

Bachelor's+45.8%

Housing tenure

53.2%

46.8%

Owner53.2%

Renter46.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Williamsburg, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,420 → $2,058

up 44.9%

Income

$65,297 → $75,604

up 15.8%

Population

15,299 → 15,798

up 3.3%

Renter share

48.4% → 46.8%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

50.4% → 45.8%

-4.6 pts

Median age

26.1 → 23.7

-2.4 yrs

Rent in Williamsburg, VA has climbed 44.9% since 2021, going from about $1,420 per month to roughly $2,058 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Williamsburg, VA now reports about $75,604, up from $65,297 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 29.1 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,299 to 15,798 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.3% change. About 46.8% of households rent today, against 48.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 50.4% to 45.8%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Williamsburg, VA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Williamsburg on your salary?

At $2,058/mo, how Williamsburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 42.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Williamsburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Williamsburg

About renting in Williamsburg, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Williamsburg is $2,058/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,535/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,535/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,450/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($75,604/yr), Williamsburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Williamsburg an affordable city for renters?

Williamsburg is considered moderate for renters. At $2,058/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($75,604/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Williamsburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Williamsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,058/mo in Williamsburg. The local median household income is $75,604/yr, meaning the typical Williamsburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Williamsburg?

Rent in Williamsburg has increased 9.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Williamsburg neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Williamsburg are 23188 ($2,012/mo), and 23185 ($2,110/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Williamsburg is $2,058/mo.

How does Williamsburg rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Williamsburg is middle-of-the-pack for Virginia for rent, ranking #46 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,058/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Williamsburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Williamsburg ($2,058/mo): Newport News ($1,587/mo), Hampton ($1,693/mo), Carrollton ($1,825/mo).

What percentage of Williamsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.8% of Williamsburg households are renters, while 53.2% are owner-occupied. Williamsburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Williamsburg rent compare to the national average?

Williamsburg's median rent of $2,058/mo is $93 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #46 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,058/mo, rent takes ~33% of Williamsburg's median household income ($75,604/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Williamsburg 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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