How much does it cost to rent in Bothell, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bothell, WA is $2,685. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bothell cheaper than other Washington cities?

Bothell is one of the pricier cities in Washington, ranking #15 out of 110 cities tracked at $2,685/mo.

When was Bothell rent data last updated?

Bothell 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

Bothell

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Pop. 49,610·15th most expensive in Washington·Bothell rents are up 14.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,685/mo

Year-over-Year

+14.2%

Month-over-Month

+3.6%

vs US Median

+$720

Rising (Monthly)

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Bothell · $2,685

More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

45/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Bothell's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,685/mo

Expected by trend

$2,614/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,473

1 BR

$2,537

2 BR

$2,950

3 BR

$3,887

4 BR+

$4,530

Research median

$2,950/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

$32,220/yr

At $2,685/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 14.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+14.2% YoY, +3.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bothell, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 59.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

49,610

Median income

$140,427

Median age

38.6

Renters

34.5%

Age distribution

23.5%

20.4%

30.8%

14.7%

Under 1823.5%

18–3420.4%

35–5430.8%

55–6410.6%

65+14.7%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

66.3%

19.6%

White66.3%

Black0.8%

Hispanic8.4%

Asian19.6%

Other4.9%

Education (25+)

25%

59.8%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma11.2%

Some college25%

Bachelor's+59.8%

Housing tenure

65.5%

34.5%

Owner65.5%

Renter34.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bothell, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,911 → $2,685

up 40.5%

Income

$116,578 → $140,427

up 20.5%

Population

47,355 → 49,610

up 4.8%

Renter share

35.2% → 34.5%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

55.4% → 59.8%

+4.4 pts

Median age

37.6 → 38.6

+1.0 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Bothell, WA has climbed by $774 per month, settling near $2,685 after starting the period at $1,911. Median household income grew from $116,578 to $140,427 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.5% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 20.0 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 47,355 to 49,610 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.8% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 55.4% to 59.8%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Bothell, WA 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bothell on your salary?

At $2,685/mo, how Bothell rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 45.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 50.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 41.2% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Bothell rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Bothell

About renting in Bothell, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bothell is $2,685/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,473/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,950/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,537/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,887/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($140,427/yr), Bothell ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bothell an affordable city for renters?

Bothell is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,685/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($140,427/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bothell falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bothell?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $107,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,685/mo in Bothell. The local median household income is $140,427/yr, meaning the typical Bothell household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bothell?

Rent in Bothell has increased 14.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bothell neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bothell are 98011 ($2,361/mo), 98012 ($2,640/mo), and 98021 ($3,266/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bothell is $2,685/mo.

How does Bothell rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Bothell is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #15 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,685/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bothell?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bothell ($2,685/mo): Lynnwood ($2,191/mo), Mill Creek ($2,374/mo), Kenmore ($2,437/mo).

What percentage of Bothell residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.5% of Bothell households are renters, while 65.5% are owner-occupied. Bothell leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bothell rent compare to the national average?

Bothell's median rent of $2,685/mo is $720 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #15 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,685/mo, rent takes ~23% of Bothell's median household income ($140,427/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bothell 23%Benchmark 30%

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