How much does it cost to rent in Port Orchard, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Port Orchard, WA is $2,135. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Port Orchard cheaper than other Washington cities?

Port Orchard falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #49 out of 110 cities at $2,135/mo.

When was Port Orchard rent data last updated?

Port Orchard 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

Port Orchard

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Pop. 17,149·49th most expensive in Washington·Port Orchard rents are up 11.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,135/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.2%

Month-over-Month

+3.1%

vs US Median

+$170

Rising (Monthly)

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Port Orchard · $2,135

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Port Orchard's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,135/mo

Expected by trend

$2,050/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,400

1 BR

$1,555

2 BR

$2,040

3 BR

$2,660

4 BR+

$3,060

Research median

$2,040/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

$25,620/yr

At $2,135/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.2% YoY, +3.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Orchard, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,149

Median income

$89,795

Median age

Renters

38%

Age distribution

23.3%

26.5%

22.4%

12.1%

15.7%

Under 1823.3%

18–3426.5%

35–5422.4%

55–6412.1%

65+15.7%

Gender

52.6%

47.4%

Male52.6%

Female47.4%

Race & ethnicity

75.6%

White75.6%

Black1.3%

Hispanic10.6%

Asian5.1%

Other7.4%

Education (25+)

22.5%

37.2%

34.9%

No HS diploma5.4%

HS diploma22.5%

Some college37.2%

Bachelor's+34.9%

Housing tenure

62%

38%

Owner62%

Renter38%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Port Orchard, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,577 → $2,135

up 35.4%

Income

$75,766 → $89,795

up 18.5%

Population

15,315 → 17,149

up 12.0%

Renter share

38.9% → 38%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

32.2% → 34.9%

+2.7 pts

Median age

34.2 → 35

+0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Port Orchard, WA has increased from $1,577 to $2,135, a 35.4% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $75,766 to $89,795 across the same window, up 18.5% 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 12.0% since 2021, moving from about 15,315 residents to roughly 17,149. College-educated residents now make up 34.9% of adults here, versus 32.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Port Orchard, WA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Port Orchard on your salary?

At $2,135/mo, how Port Orchard rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 24.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 40.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Port Orchard rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Port Orchard. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Port Orchard, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Orchard is $2,135/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,400/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,040/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,555/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,660/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($89,795/yr), Port Orchard ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Orchard an affordable city for renters?

Port Orchard is considered affordable for renters. At $2,135/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($89,795/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Orchard falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Orchard?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,135/mo in Port Orchard. The local median household income is $89,795/yr, meaning the typical Port Orchard household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Orchard?

Rent in Port Orchard has increased 11.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Port Orchard neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Port Orchard are 98366 ($1,961/mo), and 98367 ($2,815/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Port Orchard is $2,135/mo.

How does Port Orchard rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Port Orchard is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #49 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,135/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Port Orchard?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Port Orchard ($2,135/mo): Bremerton ($1,934/mo), Silverdale ($1,991/mo).

What percentage of Port Orchard residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38% of Port Orchard households are renters, while 62% are owner-occupied. Port Orchard leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Orchard rent compare to the national average?

Port Orchard's median rent of $2,135/mo is $170 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #49 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,135/mo, rent takes ~29% of Port Orchard's median household income ($89,795/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Orchard 29%Benchmark 30%

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