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ZIP 89509

Part of Reno, NV
Pop. 35,632·Washoe County·46th most expensive ZIP in Nevada
Median rent (all units)
$1,743/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.2%
Month-over-Month
-2.0%
vs US Median
-$222
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 89509 · $1,743
More affordable than 56% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,290
1 BR
$1,490
2 BR
$1,870
3 BR
$2,540
4 BR+
$2,950
Research median
$1,870/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
$20,916/yr
At $1,743/mo median
Location
CityReno
StateNV
CountyWashoe County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 0.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.2% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 89509 (Reno, NV) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 52.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,632
Median income
$86,126
Median age
41.4
Renters
44.5%
Age distribution
17.4%
22.7%
26.4%
22%
Under 1817.4%
18–3422.7%
35–5426.4%
55–6411.5%
65+22%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
73.4%
16.3%
White73.4%
Black1.2%
Hispanic16.3%
Asian5.4%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
17.1%
25.8%
52.1%
No HS diploma5.1%
HS diploma17.1%
Some college25.8%
Bachelor's+52.1%
Housing tenure
55.5%
44.5%
Owner55.5%
Renter44.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 89509 in Reno, NV has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,367 → $1,743
up 27.5%
Income
$68,248 → $86,126
up 26.2%
Population
36,063 → 35,632
down 1.2%
Renter share
46.8% → 44.5%
-2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
49.6% → 52.1%
+2.5 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in ZIP 89509 in Reno, NV has shifted from $1,367 to $1,743, up 27.5% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $68,248 to $86,126 across the same window, up 26.2% versus 2021. Census counts show ZIP 89509 in Reno, NV losing about 431 residents over the five-year window, down 1.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 46.8% to 44.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 49.6% to 52.1% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 89509 in Reno, NV look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 89509 covers Reno, NV. The median rent here is $1,743/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,490/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,870/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($86,126/yr), ZIP 89509 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 89509?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 89509 (Reno, NV) is $1,743. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 89509 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 89509's median rent of $1,743/mo is $222 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 89509 compare to other ZIPs in Nevada?

ZIP 89509 falls in the middle range for Nevada, ranking #46 out of 79 ZIPs at $1,743/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 89509?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,743/mo in ZIP 89509. The local median household income is $86,126/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 89509?

Rent in ZIP 89509 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.2% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 89509 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 89509 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,743/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($86,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 89509 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 89509 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.5% of ZIP 89509 households are renters, while 55.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 89509 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 89509 compare to the rest of Reno?

ZIP 89509 is more affordable than Reno overall. At $1,743/mo, it's $189 below the Reno citywide median of $1,932/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 89509 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 89509 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,743/mo, rent takes ~24% of ZIP 89509's median household income ($86,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 89509 24%Benchmark 30%
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