How much does it cost to rent in Moses Lake, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moses Lake, WA is $1,481. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moses Lake cheaper than other Washington cities?

Moses Lake is among the more affordable cities in Washington, ranking #103 out of 110 cities at $1,481/mo.

When was Moses Lake rent data last updated?

Moses Lake 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

Moses Lake

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Pop. 26,083·103rd most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Moses Lake, WA

Median rent (all units)

$1,481/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.2%

Month-over-Month

+2.2%

vs US Median

-$484

Rising (Monthly)

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Moses Lake · $1,481

More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

78/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% below what Moses Lake's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,481/mo

Expected by trend

$1,718/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$940

1 BR

$940

2 BR

$1,210

3 BR

$1,700

4 BR+

$2,030

Research median

$1,210/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

$17,772/yr

At $1,481/mo median

Rent Market Meter

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 (-3.2% YoY, +2.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Moses Lake, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,083

Median income

$74,752

Median age

32.3

Renters

38.8%

Age distribution

27.7%

26.2%

23.8%

13.3%

Under 1827.7%

18–3426.2%

35–5423.8%

55–648.9%

65+13.3%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

61.8%

34.9%

White61.8%

Black2.8%

Hispanic34.9%

Asian1.2%

Education (25+)

27.8%

41.3%

21.4%

No HS diploma9.5%

HS diploma27.8%

Some college41.3%

Bachelor's+21.4%

Housing tenure

61.2%

38.8%

Owner61.2%

Renter38.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Moses Lake, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,157 → $1,481

up 28.0%

Income

$63,828 → $74,752

up 17.1%

Population

24,764 → 26,083

up 5.3%

Renter share

43.4% → 38.8%

-4.6 pts

Bachelor's+

22.6% → 21.4%

-1.2 pts

Median age

31 → 32.3

+1.3 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Moses Lake, WA has increased from $1,157 to $1,481, a 28.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $63,828 to $74,752 across the same window, up 17.1% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 5.3% since 2021, moving from about 24,764 residents to roughly 26,083. Renters now make up 38.8% of households, compared with 43.4% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Moses Lake, WA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moses Lake on your salary?

At $1,481/mo, how Moses Lake rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Moses Lake rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Moses Lake, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moses Lake is $1,481/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $940/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,700/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($74,752/yr), Moses Lake ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moses Lake an affordable city for renters?

Moses Lake is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,481/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($74,752/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moses Lake falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Moses Lake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,481/mo in Moses Lake. The local median household income is $74,752/yr, meaning the typical Moses Lake household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moses Lake?

Rent in Moses Lake has decreased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Moses Lake rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Moses Lake is one of the more affordable cities in Washington for rent, ranking #103 out of 110 tracked cities at $1,481/mo.

What percentage of Moses Lake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.8% of Moses Lake households are renters, while 61.2% are owner-occupied. Moses Lake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Moses Lake rent compare to the national average?

Moses Lake's median rent of $1,481/mo is $484 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #103 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,481/mo, rent takes ~24% of Moses Lake's median household income ($74,752/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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