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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wenatchee, WA is $1,729. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wenatchee cheaper than other Washington cities?

Wenatchee is among the more affordable cities in Washington, ranking #88 out of 110 cities at $1,729/mo.

When was Wenatchee rent data last updated?

Wenatchee rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Wenatchee a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Wenatchee is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Wenatchee

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Pop. 35,484·88th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Wenatchee, WA

Median rent (all units)

$1,729/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.2%

Month-over-Month

-2.1%

vs US Median

-$236

Falling (Monthly)

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Wenatchee · $1,729

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Wenatchee's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,729/mo

Expected by trend

$1,804/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$990

1 BR

$1,100

2 BR

$1,440

3 BR

$2,000

4 BR+

$2,360

Research median

$1,440/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

$20,748/yr

At $1,729/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.2% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wenatchee, WA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,484

Median income

$73,040

Median age

35.9

Renters

46.2%

Age distribution

25.4%

23.4%

23.1%

18%

Under 1825.4%

18–3423.4%

35–5423.1%

55–6410.1%

65+18%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

60.6%

35.7%

White60.6%

Black0.8%

Hispanic35.7%

Asian0.9%

Other2.1%

Education (25+)

15.1%

23.3%

32.8%

28.8%

No HS diploma15.1%

HS diploma23.3%

Some college32.8%

Bachelor's+28.8%

Housing tenure

53.8%

46.2%

Owner53.8%

Renter46.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Wenatchee, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,600 → $1,729

up 8.1%

Income

$60,285 → $73,040

up 21.2%

Population

35,086 → 35,484

up 1.1%

Renter share

46% → 46.2%

+0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

27.2% → 28.8%

+1.6 pts

Median age

35.2 → 35.9

+0.7 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Wenatchee, WA has increased from $1,600 to $1,729, a 8.1% change over five years. Median household income rose from $60,285 to $73,040 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.2% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.1% since 2021, moving from about 35,086 residents to roughly 35,484. Taken together, the five-year picture in Wenatchee, WA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wenatchee on your salary?

At $1,729/mo, how Wenatchee rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Wenatchee rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Wenatchee, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wenatchee is $1,729/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,440/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,000/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($73,040/yr), Wenatchee ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wenatchee an affordable city for renters?

Wenatchee is considered affordable for renters. At $1,729/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($73,040/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wenatchee falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Wenatchee?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,729/mo in Wenatchee. The local median household income is $73,040/yr, meaning the typical Wenatchee household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wenatchee?

Rent in Wenatchee has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.2% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Wenatchee rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Wenatchee is one of the more affordable cities in Washington for rent, ranking #88 out of 110 tracked cities at $1,729/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wenatchee?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wenatchee ($1,729/mo): Leavenworth ($1,610/mo), Ellensburg ($1,716/mo).

What percentage of Wenatchee residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.2% of Wenatchee households are renters, while 53.8% are owner-occupied. Wenatchee leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wenatchee rent compare to the national average?

Wenatchee's median rent of $1,729/mo is $236 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #88 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,729/mo, rent takes ~28% of Wenatchee's median household income ($73,040/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wenatchee 28%Benchmark 30%

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