Highest median rent, US cities · 2000
US cities ranked by median gross rent (2023 ACS). Atherton, California leads at $2,001. 6,299 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. California carries 8 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which city has the highest median gross rent?
Atherton, California ranks #1 with $2,001 (2000 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by median gross rent?
Atherton, California, Hockessin, Delaware, Rolling Hills Estates, California, Wolf Trap, Virginia, Coto de Caza, California.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,299 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2000 ACS 5-year data.
How is median gross rent measured?
Median gross rent across all renter-occupied units. Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2000).