Housing
Home prices and rent in Seattle
Median home values, rents and incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with Washington and the U.S.
Census geography: Seattle city, Washington. These survey estimates are not current listing prices.
Seattle vs. Washington and the U.S.
| Seattle | Washington | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $938,600 | $564,600 | $332,700 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $2,030 | $1,760 | $1,413 |
| Median household income | $123,860 | $98,141 | $80,734 |
| Homes owned by occupants | 44% | 64% | 65% |
| Median year built | 1976 | 1985 | 1980 |
Questions
What is the median home value in Seattle?
$938,600, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey (5-year estimates), compared with $564,600 in Washington and $332,700 nationally.
How much is rent in Seattle?
Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $2,030 a month, versus $1,760 statewide.
Are these current market prices?
No. They are survey medians from the Census Bureau, based on a five-year survey period, so they lag today’s listings. They are the most consistent way to compare places and track change over time.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024), Seattle city, Washington. Values are estimates with margins of error.