RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · WV

ZIP 25403

Pop. 16,470·Berkeley County·4th most expensive ZIP in West Virginia
Median rent (all units)
$1,805/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+1.4%
vs US Median
-$160
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 25403 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 25403 · $1,805
More affordable than 51% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$930
1 BR
$1,060
2 BR
$1,350
3 BR
$1,860
4 BR+
$2,130
Research median
$1,350/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,660/yr
At $1,805/mo median
Location
StateWV
CountyBerkeley County
Rent Market Meter
Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 25403 (Martinsburg, WV) is majority owner-occupied, 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,470
Median income
$87,512
Median age
37.5
Renters
18.6%
Age distribution
22.3%
23.2%
27.8%
15.8%
Under 1822.3%
18–3423.2%
35–5427.8%
55–6410.9%
65+15.8%
Gender
49.8%
50.2%
Male49.8%
Female50.2%
Race & ethnicity
76.9%
White76.9%
Black8.3%
Hispanic9.5%
Asian0.7%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
34.5%
28.6%
32.1%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma34.5%
Some college28.6%
Bachelor's+32.1%
Housing tenure
81.4%
18.6%
Owner81.4%
Renter18.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 25403 in Martinsburg, WV has changed in 5 years

Income
$69,324 → $87,512
up 26.2%
Population
13,718 → 16,470
up 20.1%
Renter share
18.5% → 18.6%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
31% → 32.1%
+1.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 25403 in Martinsburg, WV now reports about $87,512, up from $69,324 in 2021. The population has grown by 20.1% since 2021, moving from about 13,718 residents to roughly 16,470.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 25403

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 25403

About renting in ZIP 25403

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 25403 covers Martinsburg, WV. The median rent here is $1,805/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,060/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,350/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($87,512/yr), ZIP 25403 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 25403?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 25403 (Martinsburg, WV) is $1,805. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 25403 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 25403's median rent of $1,805/mo is $160 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 25403 compare to other ZIPs in West Virginia?

ZIP 25403 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in West Virginia, ranking #4 out of 18 ZIPs tracked at $1,805/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 25403?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,805/mo in ZIP 25403. The local median household income is $87,512/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 25403?

Rent in ZIP 25403 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 25403 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 25403 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,805/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($87,512/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 25403 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 25403 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.6% of ZIP 25403 households are renters, while 81.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 25403 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 25403 compare to the rest of Martinsburg?

ZIP 25403 is pricier than Martinsburg as a whole. At $1,805/mo, it's $154 above the Martinsburg citywide median of $1,651/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 25403 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 25403 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,805/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 25403's median household income ($87,512/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 25403 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.36–5.12%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 25403 (Martinsburg, WV)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.