Average Rent in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC
The Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC is $2,246 per month, based on HUD data. With a median household income of $123,896, a household would spend 21.8% of income on housing at Fair Market Rent. Rent has increased 9.8% year over year. The national median 2BR FMR is $1,250/mo for comparison.
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom
| Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,953 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,015 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,246 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,835 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,332 |
Affordability
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $123,896 |
| Rent Burden (2BR FMR / Income) | 21.8% |
| Income Needed for 2BR (30% rule) | $89,840/yr |