How much does it cost to rent in Huntington, WV?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Huntington, WV is $1,067. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Huntington cheaper than other West Virginia cities?

Huntington is among the more affordable cities in West Virginia, ranking #10 out of 14 cities at $1,067/mo.

When was Huntington rent data last updated?

Huntington 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 · WV

Huntington

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Pop. 45,787·10th most expensive in West Virginia·Huntington rents are up 17.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,067/mo

Year-over-Year

+17.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

-$898

Falling (Monthly)

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Huntington · $1,067

More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

32/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% above what Huntington's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,067/mo

Expected by trend

$980/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$885

1 BR

$895

2 BR

$1,020

3 BR

$1,320

4 BR+

$1,530

Research median

$1,020/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

$12,804/yr

At $1,067/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 17.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+17.5% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Huntington, WV is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

45,787

Median income

$45,100

Median age

34.7

Renters

46.7%

Age distribution

17.5%

32.7%

21.9%

18.4%

Under 1817.5%

18–3432.7%

35–5421.9%

55–649.4%

65+18.4%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

84.4%

White84.4%

Black6.7%

Hispanic2.4%

Asian1.2%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

24.8%

29.4%

35.3%

No HS diploma10.6%

HS diploma24.8%

Some college29.4%

Bachelor's+35.3%

Housing tenure

53.3%

46.7%

Owner53.3%

Renter46.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Huntington, WV has changed in 5 years

Rent

$830 → $1,067

up 28.6%

Income

$34,351 → $45,100

up 31.3%

Population

46,923 → 45,787

down 2.4%

Renter share

47.4% → 46.7%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

30% → 35.3%

+5.3 pts

Median age

36.4 → 34.7

-1.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Huntington, WV has shifted from $830 to $1,067, up 28.6% since 2022. Median household income climbed from $34,351 to $45,100 between 2021 and 2024, a 31.3% shift. Census counts show Huntington, WV losing about 1,136 residents over the five-year window, down 2.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 30% to 35.3% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Huntington, WV reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Huntington on your salary?

At $1,067/mo, how Huntington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $80,308/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,018/yr · Rent = 22.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $65,680/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $117,394/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $150,000/yr · Rent = 8.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $53,389/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $48,204/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $59,415/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Huntington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Huntington, WV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huntington is $1,067/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $885/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,020/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $895/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,320/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($45,100/yr), Huntington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huntington an affordable city for renters?

Huntington is considered affordable for renters. At $1,067/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($45,100/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huntington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Huntington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $43,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,067/mo in Huntington. The local median household income is $45,100/yr, meaning the typical Huntington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huntington?

Rent in Huntington has increased 17.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Huntington neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Huntington are 25704 ($1,000/mo), and 25701 ($1,021/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Huntington is $1,067/mo.

How does Huntington rent compare to other cities in West Virginia?

Huntington is one of the more affordable cities in West Virginia for rent, ranking #10 out of 14 tracked cities at $1,067/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Huntington?

Morehead is nearby and more affordable at $969/mo, which is $98 less than Huntington.

What percentage of Huntington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.7% of Huntington households are renters, while 53.3% are owner-occupied. Huntington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Huntington rent compare to the national average?

Huntington's median rent of $1,067/mo is $898 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within West Virginia, it ranks #10 out of 14 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,067/mo, rent takes ~28% of Huntington's median household income ($45,100/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Huntington 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.36–5.12%

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