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Blaine

Pop. 6,100·27th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Blaine, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,429/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.6%
Month-over-Month
+3.3%
vs US Median
+$464
Rising (Monthly)
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Blaine · $2,429
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,429/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$97,000/yr
Local median income
$84,030/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Blaine's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,310
1 BR
$1,340
2 BR
$1,590
3 BR
$2,230
4 BR+
$2,670
Research median
$1,590/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
$29,148/yr
At $2,429/mo median
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Rents are climbing (0.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.6% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Blaine, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,100
Median income
$84,030
Median age
43.4
Renters
28.9%
Age distribution
21%
17.3%
22.7%
12.9%
26.2%
Under 1821%
18–3417.3%
35–5422.7%
55–6412.9%
65+26.2%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
75.3%
White75.3%
Black2.3%
Hispanic9.9%
Asian4.8%
Other7.7%
Education (25+)
29.4%
33.9%
31.9%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma29.4%
Some college33.9%
Bachelor's+31.9%
Housing tenure
71.1%
28.9%
Owner71.1%
Renter28.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Blaine, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$76,272 → $84,030
up 10.2%
Population
5,773 → 6,100
up 5.7%
Renter share
32.5% → 28.9%
-3.6 pts
Bachelor's+
34% → 31.9%
-2.1 pts
Median age
41.8 → 43.4
+1.6 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $76,272 in 2021 to $84,030 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 5,773 to 6,100 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.7% change. About 28.9% of households rent today, against 32.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 34% to 31.9%.

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Blaine rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Blaine, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Blaine is $2,429/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,340/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($84,030/yr), Blaine ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Blaine an affordable city for renters?

Blaine is considered moderate for renters. At $2,429/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($84,030/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Blaine slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Blaine?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,429/mo in Blaine. The local median household income is $84,030/yr, meaning the typical Blaine household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Blaine?

Rent in Blaine has decreased 0.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Blaine rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Blaine is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #27 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,429/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Blaine?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Blaine ($2,429/mo): Bellingham ($1,976/mo), Lynden ($2,006/mo), Ferndale ($2,007/mo).

What percentage of Blaine residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.9% of Blaine households are renters, while 71.1% are owner-occupied. Blaine leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Blaine rent compare to the national average?

Blaine's median rent of $2,429/mo is $464 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #27 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $2,429/mo, rent takes ~35% of Blaine's median household income ($84,030/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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