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Edgewood

Pop. 13,032·51st most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Edgewood, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,106/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.1%
Month-over-Month
+2.8%
vs US Median
+$141
Rising (Monthly)
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Edgewood · $2,106
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
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Rents are 3% below what Edgewood's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,106/mo
Expected by trend
$2,169/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,733
2 BR
$2,071
3 BR
$2,857
4 BR+
$3,501
Research median
$2,071/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
$25,272/yr
At $2,106/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.1% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Edgewood, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,032
Median income
$116,132
Median age
38.8
Renters
32%
Age distribution
24.3%
18.9%
29.4%
13.5%
13.9%
Under 1824.3%
18–3418.9%
35–5429.4%
55–6413.5%
65+13.9%
Gender
47%
53%
Male47%
Female53%
Race & ethnicity
71.8%
White71.8%
Black3%
Hispanic7.9%
Asian7.9%
Other9.3%
Education (25+)
23%
39.2%
33.6%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma23%
Some college39.2%
Bachelor's+33.6%
Housing tenure
68%
32%
Owner68%
Renter32%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Edgewood, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,966 → $2,106
up 7.1%
Income
$108,492 → $116,132
up 7.0%
Population
12,132 → 13,032
up 7.4%
Renter share
26.6% → 32%
+5.4 pts
Bachelor's+
29.3% → 33.6%
+4.3 pts
Median age
40.5 → 38.8
-1.7 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Edgewood, WA has climbed from $1,966 to $2,106, a 7.1% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Edgewood, WA now reports about $116,132, up from $108,492 in 2021. The population has grown by 7.4% since 2021, moving from about 12,132 residents to roughly 13,032. Renters now make up 32% of households, compared with 26.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 33.6% of adults here, versus 29.3% in 2021. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Edgewood, WA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Edgewood, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Edgewood is $2,106/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $2,071/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,733/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,857/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($116,132/yr), Edgewood ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Edgewood an affordable city for renters?

Edgewood is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,106/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($116,132/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Edgewood falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Edgewood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,106/mo in Edgewood. The local median household income is $116,132/yr, meaning the typical Edgewood household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Edgewood?

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

How does Edgewood rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Edgewood is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #51 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,106/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Edgewood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Edgewood ($2,106/mo): Pacific ($1,691/mo), Fife ($1,927/mo).

What percentage of Edgewood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Edgewood households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Edgewood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Edgewood rent compare to the national average?

Edgewood's median rent of $2,106/mo is $141 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #51 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,106/mo, rent takes ~22% of Edgewood's median household income ($116,132/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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