City Report · WA

Woodinville

Pop. 13,438·23rd most expensive in Washington·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,557/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.9%
Month-over-Month
+2.6%
vs US Median
+$595
Rising (Monthly)
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Woodinville · $2,557
More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
59/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Woodinville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,557/mo
Expected by trend
$2,676/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,540
1 BR
$2,600
2 BR
$3,030
3 BR
$3,990
4 BR+
$4,660
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$3,030/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,557 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$30,684/yr
At $2,557/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +2.6% 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 → $2,557
up 29.0%
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 $2,557, a 29.0% 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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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Woodinville is $2,557/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,990/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($164,398/yr), Woodinville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodinville an affordable city for renters?

Woodinville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,557/mo, rent takes approximately 19% 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 $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,557/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 increased 2.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Woodinville rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Woodinville is one of the pricier cities in Washington for rent, ranking #23 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,557/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Woodinville?

Mill Creek is nearby and more affordable at $2,395/mo, which is $162 less than Woodinville.

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 $2,557/mo is $595 (30%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #23 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,557/mo, rent takes ~19% of Woodinville's median household income ($164,398/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Woodinville 19%Benchmark 30%
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