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Sumner

Pop. 10,733·41st most expensive in Washington·Sumner rents are up 10.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,203/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.2%
Month-over-Month
+3.4%
vs US Median
+$238
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Sumner · $2,203
More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Sumner's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,203/mo
Expected by trend
$2,142/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,630
1 BR
$1,850
2 BR
$2,270
3 BR
$3,180
4 BR+
$3,630
Research median
$2,270/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
$26,436/yr
At $2,203/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.2% YoY, +3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sumner, WA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,733
Median income
$98,191
Median age
37.6
Renters
45.6%
Age distribution
21.7%
25.2%
24.8%
12.3%
16.1%
Under 1821.7%
18–3425.2%
35–5424.8%
55–6412.3%
65+16.1%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
75.5%
21.1%
White75.5%
Hispanic21.1%
Asian0.6%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
29.9%
36.3%
26.3%
No HS diploma7.6%
HS diploma29.9%
Some college36.3%
Bachelor's+26.3%
Housing tenure
54.4%
45.6%
Owner54.4%
Renter45.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Sumner, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,873 → $2,203
up 17.6%
Income
$77,601 → $98,191
up 26.5%
Population
10,545 → 10,733
up 1.8%
Renter share
47.8% → 45.6%
-2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
25.8% → 26.3%
+0.5 pts
Median age
35.8 → 37.6
+1.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Sumner, WA paid around $1,873 a month. That figure now sits near $2,203, up 17.6% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Sumner, WA now reports about $98,191, up from $77,601 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Sumner, WA adding about 188 residents over the five-year window, up 1.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 47.8% to 45.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Sumner, WA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Sumner, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sumner is $2,203/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,630/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,270/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,180/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($98,191/yr), Sumner ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sumner an affordable city for renters?

Sumner is considered affordable for renters. At $2,203/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($98,191/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sumner falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sumner?

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 $2,203/mo in Sumner. The local median household income is $98,191/yr, meaning the typical Sumner household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sumner?

Rent in Sumner has increased 10.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sumner rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Sumner is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #41 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,203/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sumner?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sumner ($2,203/mo): Pacific ($1,691/mo), Edgewood ($2,106/mo), Milton ($2,136/mo).

What percentage of Sumner residents rent vs. own?

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

How does Sumner rent compare to the national average?

Sumner's median rent of $2,203/mo is $238 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #41 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,203/mo, rent takes ~27% of Sumner's median household income ($98,191/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sumner 27%Benchmark 30%
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