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Graham

Pop. 35,079·26th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Graham, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,473/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.7%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
+$511
Falling (Monthly)
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Graham · $2,473
More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,473/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$99,000/yr
Local median income
$116,862/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Graham's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,570
1 BR
$1,780
2 BR
$2,190
3 BR
$3,070
4 BR+
$3,500
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,190/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,473 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$29,676/yr
At $2,473/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Graham, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,079
Median income
$116,862
Median age
35.6
Renters
17.8%
Age distribution
29.2%
19.5%
28.9%
Under 1829.2%
18–3419.5%
35–5428.9%
55–6411.4%
65+10.9%
Gender
52.1%
47.9%
Male52.1%
Female47.9%
Race & ethnicity
67.6%
13.1%
White67.6%
Black4.9%
Hispanic13.1%
Asian4.8%
Other9.7%
Education (25+)
29.5%
39%
23.8%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma29.5%
Some college39%
Bachelor's+23.8%
Housing tenure
82.2%
17.8%
Owner82.2%
Renter17.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Graham, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$94,876 → $116,862
up 23.2%
Population
33,727 → 35,079
up 4.0%
Renter share
17.2% → 17.8%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
17.4% → 23.8%
+6.4 pts

Median household income rose from $94,876 to $116,862 between 2021 and 2024, a 23.2% shift. The population has grown by 4.0% since 2021, moving from about 33,727 residents to roughly 35,079. College-educated residents now make up 23.8% of adults here, versus 17.4% in 2021.

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At $2,473/mo, how Graham rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Graham rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Graham, WA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Graham is $2,473/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,570/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,070/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($116,862/yr), Graham ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Graham an affordable city for renters?

Graham is considered affordable for renters. At $2,473/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($116,862/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Graham falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Graham?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,473/mo in Graham. The local median household income is $116,862/yr, meaning the typical Graham household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Graham?

Rent in Graham has increased 0.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Graham rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Graham is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #26 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,473/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Graham?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Graham ($2,473/mo): Clover Creek ($2,066/mo), Puyallup ($2,251/mo), Frederickson ($2,362/mo).

What percentage of Graham residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.8% of Graham households are renters, while 82.2% are owner-occupied. Graham leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Graham rent compare to the national average?

Graham's median rent of $2,473/mo is $511 (26%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #26 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,473/mo, rent takes ~25% of Graham's median household income ($116,862/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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