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Glendale

Pop. 13,656·18th most expensive in Wisconsin·Glendale rents have dropped 6.1%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,664/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.1%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
-$298
Stable (Monthly)
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Glendale · $1,664
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,664/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$67,000/yr
Local median income
$78,092/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Glendale's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,411
1 BR
$964
2 BR
$1,592
3 BR
$1,759
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,592/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,664 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,968/yr
At $1,664/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.1% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Glendale, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 59.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,656
Median income
$78,092
Median age
44.9
Renters
30.5%
Age distribution
20.6%
16.8%
24.5%
27.8%
Under 1820.6%
18–3416.8%
35–5424.5%
55–6410.3%
65+27.8%
Gender
44%
56%
Male44%
Female56%
Race & ethnicity
65.8%
15.9%
White65.8%
Black15.9%
Hispanic6.3%
Asian6.8%
Other5.1%
Education (25+)
13%
23.5%
59.2%
No HS diploma4.3%
HS diploma13%
Some college23.5%
Bachelor's+59.2%
Housing tenure
69.5%
30.5%
Owner69.5%
Renter30.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Glendale, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,027 → $78,092
up 0.1%
Population
13,313 → 13,656
up 2.6%
Renter share
30.4% → 30.5%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
57.5% → 59.2%
+1.7 pts
Median age
45.4 → 44.9
-0.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,027 in 2021 to $78,092 more recently. Census counts show Glendale, WI adding about 343 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net.

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By apartment size

Glendale rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Glendale, WI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Glendale is $1,664/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,411/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,592/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $964/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,759/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($78,092/yr), Glendale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glendale an affordable city for renters?

Glendale is considered affordable for renters. At $1,664/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($78,092/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glendale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Glendale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,664/mo in Glendale. The local median household income is $78,092/yr, meaning the typical Glendale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glendale?

Rent in Glendale has decreased 6.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Glendale rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Glendale is one of the pricier cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #18 out of 62 tracked cities at $1,664/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Glendale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Glendale ($1,664/mo): Shorewood ($1,374/mo), Milwaukee ($1,458/mo).

What percentage of Glendale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.5% of Glendale households are renters, while 69.5% are owner-occupied. Glendale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Glendale rent compare to the national average?

Glendale's median rent of $1,664/mo is $298 (15%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #18 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,664/mo, rent takes ~26% of Glendale's median household income ($78,092/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Glendale 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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