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ZIP 20901

Pop. 36,435·Montgomery County·108th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$1,659/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.6%
Month-over-Month
-6.2%
vs US Median
-$306
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 20901 · $1,659
More affordable than 62% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,338
1 BR
$1,376
2 BR
$1,535
3 BR
$1,938
4 BR+
$2,280
Research median
$1,535/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
$19,908/yr
At $1,659/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyMontgomery County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 5.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.6% YoY, -6.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 20901 (Silver Spring, MD) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 58.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,435
Median income
$131,386
Median age
39.5
Renters
31.9%
Age distribution
22.3%
21%
30%
12.3%
14.5%
Under 1822.3%
18–3421%
35–5430%
55–6412.3%
65+14.5%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
40.8%
28.6%
18.7%
White40.8%
Black28.6%
Hispanic18.7%
Asian7.1%
Other4.8%
Education (25+)
13%
17.9%
58.6%
No HS diploma10.5%
HS diploma13%
Some college17.9%
Bachelor's+58.6%
Housing tenure
68.1%
31.9%
Owner68.1%
Renter31.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 20901 in Silver Spring, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$116,805 → $131,386
up 12.5%
Population
36,493 → 36,435
down 0.2%
Renter share
29.4% → 31.9%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
56.7% → 58.6%
+1.9 pts
Median age
38.8 → 39.5
+0.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $116,805 in 2021 to $131,386 more recently. About 31.9% of households rent today, against 29.4% in 2021.

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About renting in ZIP 20901

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 20901 covers Silver Spring, MD. The median rent here is $1,659/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,376/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,535/mo.

At 15% of local median household income ($131,386/yr), ZIP 20901 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 20901?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 20901 (Silver Spring, MD) is $1,659. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 20901 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 20901's median rent of $1,659/mo is $306 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 20901 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 20901 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #108 out of 140 ZIPs at $1,659/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 20901?

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 $1,659/mo in ZIP 20901. The local median household income is $131,386/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 20901?

Rent in ZIP 20901 has decreased 5.6% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 20901 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 20901 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,659/mo, rent takes approximately 15% of the local median household income ($131,386/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 20901 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 20901 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.9% of ZIP 20901 households are renters, while 68.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 20901 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 20901 compare to the rest of Silver Spring?

ZIP 20901 is more affordable than Silver Spring overall. At $1,659/mo, it's $307 below the Silver Spring citywide median of $1,966/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 20901 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 20901 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
15%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,659/mo, rent takes ~15% of ZIP 20901's median household income ($131,386/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 20901 15%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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