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Snohomish

Pop. 10,239·10th most expensive in Washington·Snohomish rents are up 9.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,839/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.4%
Month-over-Month
+6.6%
vs US Median
+$874
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Snohomish · $2,839
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
49/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are right about where Snohomish's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,839/mo
Expected by trend
$2,829/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,990
1 BR
$2,050
2 BR
$2,390
3 BR
$3,160
4 BR+
$3,680
Research median
$2,390/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$34,068/yr
At $2,839/mo median
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Rents are up 9.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.4% YoY, +6.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Snohomish, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,239
Median income
$87,250
Median age
42.5
Renters
44.6%
Age distribution
18.4%
21.5%
27%
13%
20.1%
Under 1818.4%
18–3421.5%
35–5427%
55–6413%
65+20.1%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
84.6%
White84.6%
Black0.9%
Hispanic8.9%
Asian3.1%
Other2.5%
Education (25+)
18.9%
38.6%
34.4%
No HS diploma8.1%
HS diploma18.9%
Some college38.6%
Bachelor's+34.4%
Housing tenure
55.4%
44.6%
Owner55.4%
Renter44.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Snohomish, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,223 → $2,839
up 27.7%
Income
$77,308 → $87,250
up 12.9%
Population
10,091 → 10,239
up 1.5%
Renter share
45.4% → 44.6%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
28.1% → 34.4%
+6.3 pts
Median age
39.8 → 42.5
+2.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Snohomish, WA paid around $2,223 a month. That figure now sits near $2,839, up 27.7% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Snohomish, WA now reports about $87,250, up from $77,308 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Snohomish, WA adding about 148 residents over the five-year window, up 1.5% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 28.1% to 34.4% across the same window. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Snohomish, WA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Snohomish rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Snohomish, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Snohomish is $2,839/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,390/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,160/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($87,250/yr), Snohomish ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Snohomish an affordable city for renters?

Snohomish is considered moderate for renters. At $2,839/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($87,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Snohomish slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Snohomish?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $114,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,839/mo in Snohomish. The local median household income is $87,250/yr, meaning the typical Snohomish household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Snohomish?

Rent in Snohomish has increased 9.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Snohomish rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Snohomish is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #10 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,839/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Snohomish?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Snohomish ($2,839/mo): Everett ($1,946/mo), Monroe ($2,377/mo), Woodinville ($2,493/mo).

What percentage of Snohomish residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.6% of Snohomish households are renters, while 55.4% are owner-occupied. Snohomish leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Snohomish rent compare to the national average?

Snohomish's median rent of $2,839/mo is $874 (44%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #10 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $2,839/mo, rent takes ~39% of Snohomish's median household income ($87,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Snohomish 39%Benchmark 30%
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