How much does it cost to rent in Mount Vernon, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Vernon, WA is $2,084. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Vernon cheaper than other Washington cities?

Mount Vernon falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #53 out of 110 cities at $2,084/mo.

When was Mount Vernon rent data last updated?

Mount Vernon 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

Mount Vernon

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Pop. 35,377·53rd most expensive in Washington·Mount Vernon rents are up 7.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,084/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.0%

Month-over-Month

+4.9%

vs US Median

+$119

Rising (Monthly)

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Mount Vernon · $2,084

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Mount Vernon's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,084/mo

Expected by trend

$2,065/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,340

1 BR

$1,500

2 BR

$1,960

3 BR

$2,750

4 BR+

$2,990

Research median

$1,960/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

$25,008/yr

At $2,084/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.0% YoY, +4.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Vernon, WA is majority owner-occupied, 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,377

Median income

$75,777

Median age

Renters

39.7%

Age distribution

24.7%

23.5%

23.3%

18.4%

Under 1824.7%

18–3423.5%

35–5423.3%

55–6410.1%

65+18.4%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

60.1%

36.8%

White60.1%

Black1.4%

Hispanic36.8%

Asian3.3%

Education (25+)

23.9%

36.5%

27.9%

No HS diploma11.6%

HS diploma23.9%

Some college36.5%

Bachelor's+27.9%

Housing tenure

60.3%

39.7%

Owner60.3%

Renter39.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Mount Vernon, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,802 → $2,084

up 15.6%

Income

$62,706 → $75,777

up 20.8%

Population

34,824 → 35,377

up 1.6%

Renter share

37.4% → 39.7%

+2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

25.4% → 27.9%

+2.5 pts

Median age

33.9 → 36

+2.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Mount Vernon, WA has shifted from $1,802 to $2,084, up 15.6% since 2023. Census figures show median household income at $75,777 today, compared with $62,706 five years earlier. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Mount Vernon, WA adding about 553 residents over the five-year window, up 1.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 37.4% to 39.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 25.4% to 27.9% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mount Vernon on your salary?

At $2,084/mo, how Mount Vernon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mount Vernon rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mount Vernon, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Vernon is $2,084/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,960/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,500/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,750/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($75,777/yr), Mount Vernon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Vernon an affordable city for renters?

Mount Vernon is considered moderate for renters. At $2,084/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($75,777/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Vernon slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Vernon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,084/mo in Mount Vernon. The local median household income is $75,777/yr, meaning the typical Mount Vernon household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Vernon?

Rent in Mount Vernon has increased 7.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mount Vernon rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Mount Vernon is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #53 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,084/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Vernon?

Sedro-Woolley is nearby and more affordable at $1,906/mo, which is $178 less than Mount Vernon.

What percentage of Mount Vernon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.7% of Mount Vernon households are renters, while 60.3% are owner-occupied. Mount Vernon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mount Vernon rent compare to the national average?

Mount Vernon's median rent of $2,084/mo is $119 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #53 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,084/mo, rent takes ~33% of Mount Vernon's median household income ($75,777/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mount Vernon 33%Benchmark 30%

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