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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Issaquah, WA is $2,996. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Issaquah cheaper than other Washington cities?

Issaquah is one of the pricier cities in Washington, ranking #6 out of 110 cities tracked at $2,996/mo.

When was Issaquah rent data last updated?

Issaquah 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

Issaquah

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Pop. 39,591·6th most expensive in Washington·Issaquah rents are up 11.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,996/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

+$1,031

Rising (Monthly)

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Issaquah · $2,996

More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Issaquah's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,996/mo

Expected by trend

$2,932/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,815

1 BR

$2,880

2 BR

$3,355

3 BR

$4,425

4 BR+

$5,155

Research median

$3,355/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

$35,952/yr

At $2,996/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.5% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Issaquah, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 70.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

39,591

Median income

$154,669

Median age

37.5

Renters

42.6%

Age distribution

20.8%

23.2%

33.4%

14.5%

Under 1820.8%

18–3423.2%

35–5433.4%

55–648.1%

65+14.5%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

57.4%

26.8%

White57.4%

Black2.3%

Hispanic5.7%

Asian26.8%

Other7.9%

Education (25+)

20.6%

70.5%

No HS diploma2%

HS diploma6.9%

Some college20.6%

Bachelor's+70.5%

Housing tenure

57.4%

42.6%

Owner57.4%

Renter42.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Issaquah, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,224 → $2,996

up 34.7%

Income

$132,984 → $154,669

up 16.3%

Population

39,057 → 39,591

up 1.4%

Renter share

39.8% → 42.6%

+2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

70.5% → 70.5%

+0.0 pts

Median age

36.8 → 37.5

+0.7 yrs

Rent in Issaquah, WA has climbed 34.7% since 2021, going from about $2,224 per month to roughly $2,996 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $132,984 in 2021 to $154,669 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 18.4 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 39,057 to 39,591 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. About 42.6% of households rent today, against 39.8% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Issaquah, WA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Issaquah on your salary?

At $2,996/mo, how Issaquah rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 47.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 51.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 56.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Issaquah rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Issaquah, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Issaquah is $2,996/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,815/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,355/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,880/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,425/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($154,669/yr), Issaquah ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Issaquah an affordable city for renters?

Issaquah is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,996/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($154,669/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Issaquah falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Issaquah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $120,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,996/mo in Issaquah. The local median household income is $154,669/yr, meaning the typical Issaquah household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Issaquah?

Rent in Issaquah has increased 11.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Issaquah neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Issaquah are 98027 ($2,760/mo), and 98029 ($3,258/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Issaquah is $2,996/mo.

How does Issaquah rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Issaquah is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #6 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,996/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Issaquah?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Issaquah ($2,996/mo): Newcastle ($2,320/mo), Redmond ($2,640/mo), Bellevue ($2,796/mo).

What percentage of Issaquah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.6% of Issaquah households are renters, while 57.4% are owner-occupied. Issaquah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Issaquah rent compare to the national average?

Issaquah's median rent of $2,996/mo is $1,031 (52%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #6 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,996/mo, rent takes ~23% of Issaquah's median household income ($154,669/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Issaquah 23%Benchmark 30%

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