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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Martinsburg, WV is $1,651. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Martinsburg cheaper than other West Virginia cities?

Martinsburg is one of the pricier cities in West Virginia, ranking #4 out of 14 cities tracked at $1,651/mo.

When was Martinsburg rent data last updated?

Martinsburg 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

Martinsburg

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Pop. 18,904·4th most expensive in West Virginia·Martinsburg rents are up 8.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,651/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

-$314

Rising (Monthly)

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Martinsburg · $1,651

More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

51/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Martinsburg's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,651/mo

Expected by trend

$1,662/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$847

1 BR

$957

2 BR

$1,200

3 BR

$1,667

4 BR+

$2,017

Research median

$1,200/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

$19,812/yr

At $1,651/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.6% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Martinsburg, WV is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,904

Median income

$59,555

Median age

37.4

Renters

52.1%

Age distribution

22.2%

23.4%

24.9%

13.1%

16.4%

Under 1822.2%

18–3423.4%

35–5424.9%

55–6413.1%

65+16.4%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

65.8%

15.6%

White65.8%

Black15.6%

Hispanic10.6%

Other7.7%

Education (25+)

35.6%

29.5%

24.7%

No HS diploma10.2%

HS diploma35.6%

Some college29.5%

Bachelor's+24.7%

Housing tenure

47.9%

52.1%

Owner47.9%

Renter52.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Martinsburg, WV has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,173 → $1,651

up 40.8%

Income

$45,901 → $59,555

up 29.7%

Population

18,502 → 18,904

up 2.2%

Renter share

52.7% → 52.1%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

23.6% → 24.7%

+1.1 pts

Median age

36 → 37.4

+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Martinsburg, WV has shifted from $1,173 to $1,651, up 40.8% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $45,901 in 2021 to $59,555 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Martinsburg, WV adding about 402 residents over the five-year window, up 2.2% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Martinsburg, WV market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Martinsburg on your salary?

At $1,651/mo, how Martinsburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $80,308/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,018/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $65,680/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $117,394/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $150,000/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $53,389/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $48,204/yr · Rent = 41.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $59,415/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

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Martinsburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Martinsburg, WV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Martinsburg is $1,651/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $847/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $957/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,667/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($59,555/yr), Martinsburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Martinsburg an affordable city for renters?

Martinsburg is considered moderate for renters. At $1,651/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($59,555/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Martinsburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Martinsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,651/mo in Martinsburg. The local median household income is $59,555/yr, meaning the typical Martinsburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Martinsburg?

Rent in Martinsburg has increased 8.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Martinsburg neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Martinsburg are 25401 ($1,397/mo), 25404 ($1,687/mo), and 25403 ($1,805/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Martinsburg is $1,651/mo.

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

Martinsburg is one of the pricier cities in West Virginia for rent, ranking #4 out of 14 tracked cities at $1,651/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Martinsburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Martinsburg ($1,651/mo): Hagerstown ($1,442/mo), Robinwood ($1,517/mo).

What percentage of Martinsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.1% of Martinsburg households are renters, while 47.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Martinsburg has a strong rental market.

How does Martinsburg rent compare to the national average?

Martinsburg's median rent of $1,651/mo is $314 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within West Virginia, it ranks #4 out of 14 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,651/mo, rent takes ~33% of Martinsburg's median household income ($59,555/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Martinsburg 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.36–5.12%

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