How much does it cost to rent in Maple Valley, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Maple Valley, WA is $3,047. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Maple Valley cheaper than other Washington cities?

Maple Valley is one of the pricier cities in Washington, ranking #5 out of 110 cities tracked at $3,047/mo.

When was Maple Valley rent data last updated?

Maple Valley 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

Maple Valley

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Pop. 28,287·5th most expensive in Washington·Maple Valley rents are up 13.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,047/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.2%

Month-over-Month

-1.0%

vs US Median

+$1,082

Falling (Monthly)

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Maple Valley · $3,047

More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Maple Valley's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$3,047/mo

Expected by trend

$3,128/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,610

1 BR

$2,680

2 BR

$3,120

3 BR

$4,110

4 BR+

$4,790

Research median

$3,120/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

$36,564/yr

At $3,047/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.2% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Maple Valley, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 50.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,287

Median income

$152,885

Median age

36.7

Renters

16.8%

Age distribution

31.3%

15.7%

33.6%

Under 1831.3%

18–3415.7%

35–5433.6%

55–649.9%

65+9.6%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

68.8%

15.6%

White68.8%

Black1.6%

Hispanic5%

Asian15.6%

Other9%

Education (25+)

17.1%

29.5%

50.2%

No HS diploma3.2%

HS diploma17.1%

Some college29.5%

Bachelor's+50.2%

Housing tenure

83.2%

16.8%

Owner83.2%

Renter16.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Maple Valley, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,362 → $3,047

up 29.0%

Income

$125,092 → $152,885

up 22.2%

Population

27,643 → 28,287

up 2.3%

Renter share

15.1% → 16.8%

+1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

42.4% → 50.2%

+7.8 pts

Five years ago, renters in Maple Valley, WA paid around $2,362 a month. That figure now sits near $3,047, up 29.0% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $152,885 today, compared with $125,092 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Maple Valley, WA adding about 644 residents over the five-year window, up 2.3% on net. The renter share has risen from 15.1% to 16.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 42.4% to 50.2% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Maple Valley on your salary?

At $3,047/mo, how Maple Valley rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 48.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 52% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 57.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Maple Valley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Maple Valley, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Maple Valley is $3,047/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,120/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,680/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,110/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($152,885/yr), Maple Valley ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Valley an affordable city for renters?

Maple Valley is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,047/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($152,885/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Maple Valley falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Maple Valley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $122,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,047/mo in Maple Valley. The local median household income is $152,885/yr, meaning the typical Maple Valley household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Maple Valley?

Rent in Maple Valley has increased 13.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Maple Valley rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Maple Valley is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #5 out of 110 tracked cities at $3,047/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Maple Valley?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Maple Valley ($3,047/mo): Renton ($2,191/mo), Enumclaw ($2,227/mo), Covington ($2,367/mo).

What percentage of Maple Valley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.8% of Maple Valley households are renters, while 83.2% are owner-occupied. Maple Valley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Maple Valley rent compare to the national average?

Maple Valley's median rent of $3,047/mo is $1,082 (55%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #5 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,047/mo, rent takes ~24% of Maple Valley's median household income ($152,885/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Maple Valley 24%Benchmark 30%

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