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ZIP 20902

Pop. 54,261·Montgomery County·66th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$2,038/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.0%
Month-over-Month
+4.3%
vs US Median
+$73
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ZIP 20902 · $2,038
More expensive than 62% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,641
1 BR
$1,689
2 BR
$1,886
3 BR
$2,383
4 BR+
$2,802
Research median
$1,886/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
$24,456/yr
At $2,038/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyMontgomery County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, +4.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 20902 (Silver Spring, MD) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 47.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
54,261
Median income
$114,486
Median age
36.6
Renters
35.6%
Age distribution
24.8%
22.6%
26.8%
12.2%
13.6%
Under 1824.8%
18–3422.6%
35–5426.8%
55–6412.2%
65+13.6%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
33.8%
17.1%
41%
White33.8%
Black17.1%
Hispanic41%
Asian6.1%
Other2%
Education (25+)
17.1%
14.9%
20.7%
47.2%
No HS diploma17.1%
HS diploma14.9%
Some college20.7%
Bachelor's+47.2%
Housing tenure
64.4%
35.6%
Owner64.4%
Renter35.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 20902 in Silver Spring, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,562 → $2,038
up 30.5%
Income
$100,435 → $114,486
up 14.0%
Population
53,476 → 54,261
up 1.5%
Renter share
36.3% → 35.6%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
47% → 47.2%
+0.2 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 20902 in Silver Spring, MD has increased from $1,562 to $2,038, a 30.5% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 20902 in Silver Spring, MD now reports about $114,486, up from $100,435 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 53,476 residents to roughly 54,261. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 20902 in Silver Spring, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 20902 covers Silver Spring, MD. The median rent here is $2,038/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,689/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,886/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($114,486/yr), ZIP 20902 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 20902?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 20902 (Silver Spring, MD) is $2,038. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 20902 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 20902's median rent of $2,038/mo is $73 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 20902 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 20902 falls in the middle range for Maryland, ranking #66 out of 140 ZIPs at $2,038/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 20902?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,038/mo in ZIP 20902. The local median household income is $114,486/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 20902?

Rent in ZIP 20902 has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 20902 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 20902 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,038/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($114,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 20902 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 20902 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of ZIP 20902 households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 20902 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 20902 compare to the rest of Silver Spring?

ZIP 20902 is pricier than Silver Spring as a whole. At $2,038/mo, it's $72 above the Silver Spring citywide median of $1,966/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 20902 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 20902 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,038/mo, rent takes ~21% of ZIP 20902's median household income ($114,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 20902 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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