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Mukilteo

Pop. 21,323·31st most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Mukilteo, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,365/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.3%
Month-over-Month
+6.2%
vs US Median
+$400
Rising (Monthly)
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Mukilteo · $2,365
More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$2,365/mo
Expected by trend
$2,437/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,310
1 BR
$2,370
2 BR
$2,760
3 BR
$3,640
4 BR+
$4,240
Research median
$2,760/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
$28,380/yr
At $2,365/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, +6.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mukilteo, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 56.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,323
Median income
$132,861
Median age
42.8
Renters
29.4%
Age distribution
21%
18.1%
25.7%
17.3%
17.9%
Under 1821%
18–3418.1%
35–5425.7%
55–6417.3%
65+17.9%
Gender
51.2%
48.8%
Male51.2%
Female48.8%
Race & ethnicity
61.9%
18.6%
White61.9%
Black1.8%
Hispanic9.8%
Asian18.6%
Other8%
Education (25+)
14.7%
26.4%
56.3%
No HS diploma2.6%
HS diploma14.7%
Some college26.4%
Bachelor's+56.3%
Housing tenure
70.6%
29.4%
Owner70.6%
Renter29.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mukilteo, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,659 → $2,365
up 42.6%
Income
$109,738 → $132,861
up 21.1%
Population
21,409 → 21,323
down 0.4%
Renter share
29.7% → 29.4%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
52.9% → 56.3%
+3.4 pts
Median age
44.6 → 42.8
-1.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Mukilteo, WA has increased from $1,659 to $2,365, a 42.6% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $109,738 in 2021 to $132,861 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 56.3% of adults here, versus 52.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Mukilteo, WA market of 2021.

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Mukilteo rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Mukilteo, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mukilteo is $2,365/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,640/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($132,861/yr), Mukilteo ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mukilteo an affordable city for renters?

Mukilteo is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,365/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($132,861/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mukilteo falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mukilteo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,365/mo in Mukilteo. The local median household income is $132,861/yr, meaning the typical Mukilteo household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mukilteo?

Rent in Mukilteo has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mukilteo rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Mukilteo is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #31 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,365/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mukilteo?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mukilteo ($2,365/mo): Everett ($1,946/mo), Mountlake Terrace ($2,078/mo), Lynnwood ($2,191/mo).

What percentage of Mukilteo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.4% of Mukilteo households are renters, while 70.6% are owner-occupied. Mukilteo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mukilteo rent compare to the national average?

Mukilteo's median rent of $2,365/mo is $400 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #31 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,365/mo, rent takes ~21% of Mukilteo's median household income ($132,861/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mukilteo 21%Benchmark 30%
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