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Woodbridge

Pop. 43,945·32nd most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for Woodbridge, VA
Median rent (all units)
$2,180/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.1%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
+$229
Rising (Monthly)
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Woodbridge · $2,180
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,951/mo
Rent Reality Score
52/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Woodbridge's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,180/mo
Expected by trend
$2,199/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,983
1 BR
$2,027
2 BR
$2,280
3 BR
$2,850
4 BR+
$3,363
Research median
$2,280/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$26,160/yr
At $2,180/mo median
Market timing
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Demographics

Who lives here

Woodbridge, VA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,945
Median income
$104,741
Median age
33.8
Renters
45.6%
Age distribution
24.4%
27.9%
27.3%
Under 1824.4%
18–3427.9%
35–5427.3%
55–6411%
65+9.5%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
29.7%
21.6%
46.3%
White29.7%
Black21.6%
Hispanic46.3%
Asian7.2%
Education (25+)
17.9%
28.8%
24%
29.4%
No HS diploma17.9%
HS diploma28.8%
Some college24%
Bachelor's+29.4%
Housing tenure
54.4%
45.6%
Owner54.4%
Renter45.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Woodbridge, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,689 → $2,180
up 29.1%
Income
$80,820 → $104,741
up 29.6%
Population
42,734 → 43,945
up 2.8%
Renter share
40.8% → 45.6%
+4.8 pts
Bachelor's+
29.6% → 29.4%
-0.2 pts

Rent in Woodbridge, VA has increased 29.1% since 2021, going from about $1,689 per month to roughly $2,180 today. Median household income grew from $80,820 to $104,741 between 2021 and 2024, a 29.6% shift. Headcount in the area went from 42,734 to 43,945 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.8% change. About 45.6% of households rent today, against 40.8% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Woodbridge, VA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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About renting in Woodbridge, VA

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Woodbridge is $2,180/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,983/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,027/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,850/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($104,741/yr), Woodbridge ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodbridge an affordable city for renters?

Woodbridge is considered affordable for renters. At $2,180/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($104,741/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Woodbridge falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Woodbridge?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,180/mo in Woodbridge. The local median household income is $104,741/yr, meaning the typical Woodbridge household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Woodbridge?

Rent in Woodbridge has increased 2.1% over the past year as of June 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Woodbridge neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Woodbridge are 22192 ($2,149/mo), 22193 ($2,182/mo), and 22191 ($2,204/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Woodbridge is $2,180/mo.

How does Woodbridge rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Woodbridge is middle-of-the-pack for Virginia for rent, ranking #32 out of 85 tracked cities at $2,180/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Woodbridge?

Fort Belvoir is nearby and more affordable at $2,175/mo, which is $5 less than Woodbridge.

What percentage of Woodbridge residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.6% of Woodbridge households are renters, while 54.4% are owner-occupied. Woodbridge leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Woodbridge rent compare to the national average?

Woodbridge's median rent of $2,180/mo is $229 (12%) above the US national median of $1,951/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #32 out of 85 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
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At $2,180/mo, rent takes ~25% of Woodbridge's median household income ($104,741/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5.75%
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