How much does it cost to rent in Bainbridge Island, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bainbridge Island, WA is $3,151. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bainbridge Island cheaper than other Washington cities?

Bainbridge Island is one of the pricier cities in Washington, ranking #4 out of 110 cities tracked at $3,151/mo.

When was Bainbridge Island rent data last updated?

Bainbridge Island 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 · WA

Bainbridge Island

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Pop. 24,631·4th most expensive in Washington·Bainbridge Island rents are up 16.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,151/mo

Year-over-Year

+16.7%

Month-over-Month

+7.1%

vs US Median

+$1,186

Rising (Monthly)

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Bainbridge Island · $3,151

More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$3,151/mo

Expected by trend

$3,119/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,990

1 BR

$2,050

2 BR

$2,540

3 BR

$3,320

4 BR+

$3,810

Research median

$2,540/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

$37,812/yr

At $3,151/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 16.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+16.7% YoY, +7.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bainbridge Island, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 76.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,631

Median income

$172,188

Median age

Renters

18.6%

Age distribution

20.1%

25.6%

16.1%

27.4%

Under 1820.1%

18–3410.8%

35–5425.6%

55–6416.1%

65+27.4%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

83.7%

White83.7%

Hispanic4.6%

Asian4.1%

Other7.3%

Education (25+)

16.1%

76.4%

No HS diploma0.7%

HS diploma6.8%

Some college16.1%

Bachelor's+76.4%

Housing tenure

81.4%

18.6%

Owner81.4%

Renter18.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bainbridge Island, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,143 → $3,151

up 47.0%

Income

$145,475 → $172,188

up 18.4%

Population

24,557 → 24,631

up 0.3%

Renter share

19.7% → 18.6%

-1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

73.9% → 76.4%

+2.5 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Bainbridge Island, WA has climbed by $1,008 per month, settling near $3,151 after starting the period at $2,143. Census figures show median household income at $172,188 today, compared with $145,475 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 28.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 73.9% to 76.4%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bainbridge Island on your salary?

At $3,151/mo, how Bainbridge Island rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 35.7% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 50.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 43.7% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 53.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 59.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 48.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Bainbridge Island rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Bainbridge Island, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bainbridge Island is $3,151/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,540/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,320/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($172,188/yr), Bainbridge Island ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bainbridge Island an affordable city for renters?

Bainbridge Island is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,151/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($172,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bainbridge Island falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bainbridge Island?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $126,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,151/mo in Bainbridge Island. The local median household income is $172,188/yr, meaning the typical Bainbridge Island household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bainbridge Island?

Rent in Bainbridge Island has increased 16.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bainbridge Island rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Bainbridge Island is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #4 out of 110 tracked cities at $3,151/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bainbridge Island?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bainbridge Island ($3,151/mo): Bremerton ($1,934/mo), Silverdale ($1,991/mo), Port Orchard ($2,135/mo).

What percentage of Bainbridge Island residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.6% of Bainbridge Island households are renters, while 81.4% are owner-occupied. Bainbridge Island leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bainbridge Island rent compare to the national average?

Bainbridge Island's median rent of $3,151/mo is $1,186 (60%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #4 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,151/mo, rent takes ~22% of Bainbridge Island's median household income ($172,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bainbridge Island 22%Benchmark 30%

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