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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Woodinville, WA is $2,493. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Woodinville cheaper than other Washington cities?

Woodinville is one of the pricier cities in Washington, ranking #24 out of 110 cities tracked at $2,493/mo.

When was Woodinville rent data last updated?

Woodinville 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

Woodinville

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Pop. 13,438·24th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Woodinville, WA

Median rent (all units)

$2,493/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

+$528

Rising (Monthly)

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Woodinville · $2,493

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,493/mo

Expected by trend

$2,672/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,920

1 BR

$1,965

2 BR

$2,290

3 BR

$3,016

4 BR+

$3,523

Research median

$2,290/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

$29,916/yr

At $2,493/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Woodinville, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 70.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,438

Median income

$164,398

Median age

40.8

Renters

42.7%

Age distribution

19.9%

21.1%

31.3%

12.3%

15.4%

Under 1819.9%

18–3421.1%

35–5431.3%

55–6412.3%

65+15.4%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

65.5%

19.6%

White65.5%

Black1.7%

Hispanic8%

Asian19.6%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

21%

70.4%

No HS diploma1.1%

HS diploma7.5%

Some college21%

Bachelor's+70.4%

Housing tenure

57.3%

42.7%

Owner57.3%

Renter42.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Woodinville, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,982 → $2,493

up 25.8%

Income

$127,689 → $164,398

up 28.7%

Population

13,247 → 13,438

up 1.4%

Renter share

38.6% → 42.7%

+4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

61% → 70.4%

+9.4 pts

Median age

40 → 40.8

+0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Woodinville, WA has increased from $1,982 to $2,493, a 25.8% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Woodinville, WA now reports about $164,398, up from $127,689 in 2021. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 13,247 residents to roughly 13,438. Renters now make up 42.7% of households, compared with 38.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 70.4% of adults here, versus 61% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Woodinville, WA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Woodinville on your salary?

At $2,493/mo, how Woodinville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 47.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Woodinville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Woodinville, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Woodinville is $2,493/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,920/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,965/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,016/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($164,398/yr), Woodinville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodinville an affordable city for renters?

Woodinville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,493/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($164,398/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Woodinville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Woodinville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,493/mo in Woodinville. The local median household income is $164,398/yr, meaning the typical Woodinville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Woodinville?

Rent in Woodinville has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Woodinville rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Woodinville is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #24 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,493/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Woodinville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Woodinville ($2,493/mo): Mill Creek ($2,374/mo), Kenmore ($2,437/mo).

What percentage of Woodinville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.7% of Woodinville households are renters, while 57.3% are owner-occupied. Woodinville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Woodinville rent compare to the national average?

Woodinville's median rent of $2,493/mo is $528 (27%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #24 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,493/mo, rent takes ~18% of Woodinville's median household income ($164,398/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Woodinville 18%Benchmark 30%

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