How much does it cost to rent in Germantown, WI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Germantown, WI is $1,717. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Germantown cheaper than other Wisconsin cities?

Germantown is one of the pricier cities in Wisconsin, ranking #13 out of 62 cities tracked at $1,717/mo.

When was Germantown rent data last updated?

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

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

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Germantown is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.0% 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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Germantown

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Pop. 20,962·13th most expensive in Wisconsin·Rental market data updated monthly for Germantown, WI

Median rent (all units)

$1,717/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

-$248

Falling (Monthly)

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Germantown · $1,717

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,717/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$69,000/yr

Local median income

$100,231/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Germantown's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,100

1 BR

$1,230

2 BR

$1,470

3 BR

$1,820

4 BR+

$1,990

Research median

$1,470/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

$20,604/yr

At $1,717/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Germantown, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 47.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,962

Median income

$100,231

Median age

44.1

Renters

22.8%

Age distribution

22.5%

14.6%

28.2%

17%

17.8%

Under 1822.5%

18–3414.6%

35–5428.2%

55–6417%

65+17.8%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

85.1%

White85.1%

Black3.8%

Hispanic3.1%

Asian5.6%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

20.9%

27.7%

47.4%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma20.9%

Some college27.7%

Bachelor's+47.4%

Housing tenure

77.2%

22.8%

Owner77.2%

Renter22.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Germantown, WI has changed in 5 years

Income

$94,278 → $100,231

up 6.3%

Population

20,780 → 20,962

up 0.9%

Renter share

21.9% → 22.8%

+0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

44.9% → 47.4%

+2.5 pts

Median age

40.6 → 44.1

+3.5 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $94,278 to $100,231 across the same window, up 6.3% versus 2021. College-educated residents now make up 47.4% of adults here, versus 44.9% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Germantown on your salary?

At $1,717/mo, how Germantown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

By apartment size

Germantown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Germantown, WI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Germantown is $1,717/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,470/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,820/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($100,231/yr), Germantown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Germantown an affordable city for renters?

Germantown is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,717/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($100,231/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Germantown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Germantown?

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 $1,717/mo in Germantown. The local median household income is $100,231/yr, meaning the typical Germantown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Germantown?

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

How does Germantown rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Germantown is one of the pricier cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #13 out of 62 tracked cities at $1,717/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Germantown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Germantown ($1,717/mo): West Bend ($1,425/mo), Brown Deer ($1,618/mo).

What percentage of Germantown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.8% of Germantown households are renters, while 77.2% are owner-occupied. Germantown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Germantown rent compare to the national average?

Germantown's median rent of $1,717/mo is $248 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #13 out of 62 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,717/mo, rent takes ~21% of Germantown's median household income ($100,231/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Germantown 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.5–7.65%

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