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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bremerton, WA is $1,934. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bremerton cheaper than other Washington cities?

Bremerton falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #73 out of 110 cities at $1,934/mo.

When was Bremerton rent data last updated?

Bremerton 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

Bremerton

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Pop. 44,830·73rd most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Bremerton, WA

Median rent (all units)

$1,934/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.7%

Month-over-Month

-0.5%

vs US Median

-$31

Falling (Monthly)

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Bremerton · $1,934

More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 10% below what Bremerton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,934/mo

Expected by trend

$2,143/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,320

1 BR

$1,473

2 BR

$1,933

3 BR

$2,530

4 BR+

$2,953

Research median

$1,933/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

$23,208/yr

At $1,934/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.7% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bremerton, WA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

44,830

Median income

$74,940

Median age

33.2

Renters

51.9%

Age distribution

18.1%

35.9%

23.2%

12.9%

Under 1818.1%

18–3435.9%

35–5423.2%

55–6410%

65+12.9%

Gender

52.9%

47.1%

Male52.9%

Female47.1%

Race & ethnicity

67.3%

13.3%

White67.3%

Black3.4%

Hispanic13.3%

Asian6.4%

Other9.6%

Education (25+)

23.6%

42.2%

28.5%

No HS diploma5.7%

HS diploma23.6%

Some college42.2%

Bachelor's+28.5%

Housing tenure

48.1%

51.9%

Owner48.1%

Renter51.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bremerton, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,510 → $1,934

up 28.1%

Income

$61,741 → $74,940

up 21.4%

Population

43,345 → 44,830

up 3.4%

Renter share

52.5% → 51.9%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

26.4% → 28.5%

+2.1 pts

Five years ago, renters in Bremerton, WA paid around $1,510 a month. That figure now sits near $1,934, up 28.1% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $61,741 in 2021 to $74,940 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Bremerton, WA adding about 1,485 residents over the five-year window, up 3.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 26.4% to 28.5% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Bremerton, WA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bremerton on your salary?

At $1,934/mo, how Bremerton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Bremerton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Bremerton

About renting in Bremerton, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bremerton is $1,934/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,933/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,473/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($74,940/yr), Bremerton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bremerton an affordable city for renters?

Bremerton is considered moderate for renters. At $1,934/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($74,940/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bremerton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bremerton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,934/mo in Bremerton. The local median household income is $74,940/yr, meaning the typical Bremerton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bremerton?

Rent in Bremerton has increased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bremerton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bremerton are 98337 ($1,717/mo), 98310 ($1,817/mo), and 98311 ($2,080/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bremerton is $1,934/mo.

How does Bremerton rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Bremerton is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #73 out of 110 tracked cities at $1,934/mo.

What percentage of Bremerton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.9% of Bremerton households are renters, while 48.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Bremerton has a strong rental market.

How does Bremerton rent compare to the national average?

Bremerton's median rent of $1,934/mo is $31 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #73 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,934/mo, rent takes ~31% of Bremerton's median household income ($74,940/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bremerton 31%Benchmark 30%

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