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North Bend

Pop. 7,953·2nd most expensive in Washington·North Bend rents are up 27.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,225/mo
Year-over-Year
+27.5%
Month-over-Month
-1.4%
vs US Median
+$1,263
Falling (Monthly)
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North Bend · $3,225
More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
22% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,225/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$129,000/yr
Local median income
$175,109/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Bend's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,760/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,225 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$38,700/yr
At $3,225/mo median
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Rents are up 27.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+27.5% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Bend, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 63.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,953
Median income
$175,109
Median age
39.4
Renters
26.5%
Age distribution
25.1%
17.7%
35.7%
Under 1825.1%
18–3417.7%
35–5435.7%
55–649.8%
65+11.8%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
71.1%
13.3%
White71.1%
Hispanic13.3%
Asian6.3%
Other9.3%
Education (25+)
12.7%
20.5%
63.3%
No HS diploma3.5%
HS diploma12.7%
Some college20.5%
Bachelor's+63.3%
Housing tenure
73.5%
26.5%
Owner73.5%
Renter26.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Bend, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$123,287 → $175,109
up 42.0%
Population
7,393 → 7,953
up 7.6%
Renter share
30.3% → 26.5%
-3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
54.7% → 63.3%
+8.6 pts

Census figures show median household income at $175,109 today, compared with $123,287 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 7,393 to 7,953 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.6% change. About 26.5% of households rent today, against 30.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 54.7% to 63.3%.

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North Bend rent by bedroom count

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About renting in North Bend, WA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in North Bend is $3,225/mo as of August 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 22% of local median household income ($175,109/yr), North Bend ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 27.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Bend an affordable city for renters?

North Bend is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,225/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($175,109/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Bend falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Bend?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $129,000/year (~$62/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,225/mo in North Bend. The local median household income is $175,109/yr, meaning the typical North Bend household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Bend?

Rent in North Bend has increased 27.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does North Bend rent compare to other cities in Washington?

North Bend is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #2 out of 110 tracked cities at $3,225/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Bend?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Bend ($3,225/mo): Enumclaw ($2,169/mo), Issaquah ($3,031/mo), Maple Valley ($3,070/mo).

What percentage of North Bend residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.5% of North Bend households are renters, while 73.5% are owner-occupied. North Bend leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Bend rent compare to the national average?

North Bend's median rent of $3,225/mo is $1,263 (64%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #2 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,225/mo, rent takes ~22% of North Bend's median household income ($175,109/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Bend 22%Benchmark 30%
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