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ZIP 20814

Part of Bethesda, MD
Pop. 32,795·Montgomery County·11th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$2,786/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
+$821
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ZIP 20814 · $2,786
More expensive than 86% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,370
1 BR
$2,440
2 BR
$2,720
3 BR
$3,430
4 BR+
$4,040
Research median
$2,720/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
$33,432/yr
At $2,786/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyMontgomery County
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.2% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 20814 (Bethesda, MD) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 84.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,795
Median income
$150,996
Median age
39.9
Renters
49.2%
Age distribution
19.6%
21.3%
27.8%
13.3%
17.9%
Under 1819.6%
18–3421.3%
35–5427.8%
55–6413.3%
65+17.9%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
64.5%
13.2%
White64.5%
Black8.9%
Hispanic9.4%
Asian13.2%
Other3.9%
Education (25+)
84.7%
No HS diploma2%
HS diploma4.6%
Some college8.7%
Bachelor's+84.7%
Housing tenure
50.8%
49.2%
Owner50.8%
Renter49.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 20814 in Bethesda, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,291 → $2,786
up 21.6%
Income
$144,655 → $150,996
up 4.4%
Population
29,685 → 32,795
up 10.5%
Renter share
46.9% → 49.2%
+2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
85.3% → 84.7%
-0.6 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in ZIP 20814 in Bethesda, MD has climbed by $495 per month, settling near $2,786 after starting the period at $2,291. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 20814 in Bethesda, MD now reports about $150,996, up from $144,655 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 17.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 29,685 to 32,795 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.5% change. About 49.2% of households rent today, against 46.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 20814 in Bethesda, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 20814 covers Bethesda, MD. The median rent here is $2,786/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,440/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,720/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($150,996/yr), ZIP 20814 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 20814?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 20814 (Bethesda, MD) is $2,786. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 20814 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 20814's median rent of $2,786/mo is $821 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 20814 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 20814 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #11 out of 140 ZIPs tracked at $2,786/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 20814?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $111,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,786/mo in ZIP 20814. The local median household income is $150,996/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 20814?

Rent in ZIP 20814 has decreased 3.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 20814 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 20814 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,786/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($150,996/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 20814 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 20814 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.2% of ZIP 20814 households are renters, while 50.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 20814 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 20814 compare to the rest of Bethesda?

ZIP 20814 is more affordable than Bethesda overall. At $2,786/mo, it's $185 below the Bethesda citywide median of $2,971/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 20814 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 20814 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,786/mo, rent takes ~22% of ZIP 20814's median household income ($150,996/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 20814 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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