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Bellevue

Pop. 16,442·62nd most expensive in Wisconsin·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$982/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+1.3%
vs US Median
-$983
Rising (Monthly)
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Bellevue · $982
More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
14% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $982/mo, rent takes about 14% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$39,000/yr
Local median income
$84,672/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bellevue's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$891
2 BR
$1,148
3 BR
$1,414
Research median
$1,148/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$11,784/yr
At $982/mo median
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Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellevue, WI is majority owner-occupied, 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,442
Median income
$84,672
Median age
41.4
Renters
34.1%
Age distribution
22%
20.7%
24.5%
14.9%
17.9%
Under 1822%
18–3420.7%
35–5424.5%
55–6414.9%
65+17.9%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
80.8%
White80.8%
Black1.9%
Hispanic11.7%
Asian2.8%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
33.8%
30.7%
30.4%
No HS diploma5.1%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college30.7%
Bachelor's+30.4%
Housing tenure
65.9%
34.1%
Owner65.9%
Renter34.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bellevue, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$69,213 → $84,672
up 22.3%
Population
15,922 → 16,442
up 3.3%
Renter share
41.1% → 34.1%
-7.0 pts
Bachelor's+
31.3% → 30.4%
-0.9 pts
Median age
39.8 → 41.4
+1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Bellevue, WI now reports about $84,672, up from $69,213 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,922 to 16,442 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.3% change. About 34.1% of households rent today, against 41.1% in 2021.

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Bellevue rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Bellevue, WI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellevue is $982/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,148/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $891/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,414/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($84,672/yr), Bellevue ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellevue an affordable city for renters?

Bellevue is considered very affordable for renters. At $982/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($84,672/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellevue falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellevue?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $982/mo in Bellevue. The local median household income is $84,672/yr, meaning the typical Bellevue household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellevue?

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

How does Bellevue rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Bellevue is one of the more affordable cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #62 out of 62 tracked cities at $982/mo.

What percentage of Bellevue residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.1% of Bellevue households are renters, while 65.9% are owner-occupied. Bellevue leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bellevue rent compare to the national average?

Bellevue's median rent of $982/mo is $983 (50%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #62 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
14%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $982/mo, rent takes ~14% of Bellevue's median household income ($84,672/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bellevue 14%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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