How much does it cost to rent in Renton, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Renton, WA is $2,191. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Renton cheaper than other Washington cities?

Renton falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #44 out of 110 cities at $2,191/mo.

When was Renton rent data last updated?

Renton 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

Renton

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Pop. 105,317·44th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Renton, WA

Median rent (all units)

$2,191/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.9%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$226

Rising (Monthly)

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Renton · $2,191

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Renton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,191/mo

Expected by trend

$2,347/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,684

1 BR

$1,728

2 BR

$2,012

3 BR

$2,655

4 BR+

$3,092

Research median

$2,012/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

$26,292/yr

At $2,191/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Renton, WA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

105,317

Median income

$100,432

Median age

36.5

Renters

45.6%

Age distribution

20.8%

26.7%

28.3%

13.1%

Under 1820.8%

18–3426.7%

35–5428.3%

55–6411.2%

65+13.1%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

41.2%

15.6%

26.5%

White41.2%

Black9.2%

Hispanic15.6%

Asian26.5%

Other7.5%

Education (25+)

20.3%

29.1%

39.5%

No HS diploma11.1%

HS diploma20.3%

Some college29.1%

Bachelor's+39.5%

Housing tenure

54.4%

45.6%

Owner54.4%

Renter45.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Renton, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,726 → $2,191

up 26.9%

Income

$84,374 → $100,432

up 19.0%

Population

105,313 → 105,317

up 0.0%

Renter share

47.3% → 45.6%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

35.2% → 39.5%

+4.3 pts

Five years ago, renters in Renton, WA paid around $1,726 a month. That figure now sits near $2,191, up 26.9% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $84,374 to $100,432 across the same window, up 19.0% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 47.3% to 45.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 35.2% to 39.5% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Renton, WA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Renton on your salary?

At $2,191/mo, how Renton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 37.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 41.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Renton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Renton, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Renton is $2,191/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,684/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,012/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,728/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,655/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($100,432/yr), Renton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Renton an affordable city for renters?

Renton is considered affordable for renters. At $2,191/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($100,432/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Renton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Renton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,191/mo in Renton. The local median household income is $100,432/yr, meaning the typical Renton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Renton?

Rent in Renton has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Renton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Renton are 98055 ($2,050/mo), 98057 ($2,194/mo), and 98056 ($2,270/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Renton is $2,191/mo.

How does Renton rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Renton is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #44 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,191/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Renton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Renton ($2,191/mo): Kent ($1,978/mo), Tukwila ($1,983/mo), Bryn Mawr-Skyway ($2,000/mo).

What percentage of Renton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.6% of Renton households are renters, while 54.4% are owner-occupied. Renton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Renton rent compare to the national average?

Renton's median rent of $2,191/mo is $226 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #44 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,191/mo, rent takes ~26% of Renton's median household income ($100,432/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Renton 26%Benchmark 30%

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