City Report · WA

Marysville

Pop. 73,002·16th most expensive in Washington·Marysville rents are up 5.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,656/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
+$691
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Marysville · $2,656
More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
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Rents are 7% below what Marysville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,656/mo
Expected by trend
$2,851/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,020
1 BR
$2,075
2 BR
$2,420
3 BR
$3,195
4 BR+
$3,720
Research median
$2,420/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$31,872/yr
At $2,656/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.8% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Marysville, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
73,002
Median income
$103,974
Median age
38
Renters
30.6%
Age distribution
22.3%
24%
27.4%
12.2%
14%
Under 1822.3%
18–3424%
35–5427.4%
55–6412.2%
65+14%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
65.2%
16.9%
White65.2%
Black3.7%
Hispanic16.9%
Asian8.6%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
29.7%
38.4%
24.3%
No HS diploma7.6%
HS diploma29.7%
Some college38.4%
Bachelor's+24.3%
Housing tenure
69.4%
30.6%
Owner69.4%
Renter30.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Marysville, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,090 → $2,656
up 27.1%
Income
$89,008 → $103,974
up 16.8%
Population
69,957 → 73,002
up 4.4%
Renter share
29.5% → 30.6%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
20.6% → 24.3%
+3.7 pts
Median age
37.4 → 38
+0.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Marysville, WA paid around $2,090 a month. That figure now sits near $2,656, up 27.1% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $89,008 to $103,974 across the same window, up 16.8% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Marysville, WA adding about 3,045 residents over the five-year window, up 4.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.6% to 24.3% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Marysville, WA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Marysville rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Marysville, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Marysville is $2,656/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,075/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,195/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($103,974/yr), Marysville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marysville an affordable city for renters?

Marysville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,656/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($103,974/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marysville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Marysville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $106,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,656/mo in Marysville. The local median household income is $103,974/yr, meaning the typical Marysville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marysville?

Rent in Marysville has increased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Marysville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Marysville are 98271 ($2,350/mo), and 98270 ($3,028/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Marysville is $2,656/mo.

How does Marysville rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Marysville is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #16 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,656/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Marysville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Marysville ($2,656/mo): Everett ($1,946/mo), Mukilteo ($2,365/mo), Mill Creek ($2,374/mo).

What percentage of Marysville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.6% of Marysville households are renters, while 69.4% are owner-occupied. Marysville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Marysville rent compare to the national average?

Marysville's median rent of $2,656/mo is $691 (35%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #16 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,656/mo, rent takes ~31% of Marysville's median household income ($103,974/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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