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ZIP 20716

Part of Bowie, MD
Pop. 22,362·Prince Georges County·34th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$2,362/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.7%
Month-over-Month
-0.1%
vs US Median
+$397
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ZIP 20716 · $2,362
More expensive than 75% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,050
1 BR
$2,120
2 BR
$2,360
3 BR
$2,980
4 BR+
$3,500
Research median
$2,360/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
$28,344/yr
At $2,362/mo median
Location
CityBowie
StateMD
CountyPrince Georges County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (4.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.7% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 20716 (Bowie, MD) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 49.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,362
Median income
$125,034
Median age
43.5
Renters
30.2%
Age distribution
19.8%
19.2%
28%
15.6%
17.3%
Under 1819.8%
18–3419.2%
35–5428%
55–6415.6%
65+17.3%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
18.7%
66.2%
12.5%
White18.7%
Black66.2%
Hispanic12.5%
Asian2.5%
Education (25+)
19.4%
24.7%
49.2%
No HS diploma6.7%
HS diploma19.4%
Some college24.7%
Bachelor's+49.2%
Housing tenure
69.8%
30.2%
Owner69.8%
Renter30.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 20716 in Bowie, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,774 → $2,362
up 33.1%
Income
$109,177 → $125,034
up 14.5%
Population
22,390 → 22,362
down 0.1%
Renter share
27.5% → 30.2%
+2.7 pts
Bachelor's+
46.7% → 49.2%
+2.5 pts
Median age
41.7 → 43.5
+1.8 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 20716 in Bowie, MD stood at $1,774 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,362, reflecting a 33.1% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 20716 in Bowie, MD now reports about $125,034, up from $109,177 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 30.2% of households, compared with 27.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 49.2% of adults here, versus 46.7% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 20716 in Bowie, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 20716 covers Bowie, MD. The median rent here is $2,362/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,120/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,360/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($125,034/yr), ZIP 20716 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.7% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 20716?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 20716 (Bowie, MD) is $2,362. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 20716 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 20716's median rent of $2,362/mo is $397 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 20716 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 20716 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #34 out of 140 ZIPs tracked at $2,362/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 20716?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,362/mo in ZIP 20716. The local median household income is $125,034/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 20716?

Rent in ZIP 20716 has increased 4.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 20716 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 20716 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,362/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($125,034/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 20716 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 20716 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.2% of ZIP 20716 households are renters, while 69.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 20716 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 20716 compare to the rest of Bowie?

ZIP 20716 is more affordable than Bowie overall. At $2,362/mo, it's $50 below the Bowie citywide median of $2,412/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 20716 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 20716 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,362/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 20716's median household income ($125,034/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 20716 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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