Average 1-Bedroom Rent in the US (2026)
$1,560
Average monthly rent, 1-bedroom apartment
Summary
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the US is approximately $1,560/month in 2026. Rents range from ~$3,400 in San Francisco to ~$900 in Wichita. New York City averages $3,200, Austin $1,700, Atlanta $1,500. The rent-to-income ratio nationally averages 30% — the threshold for 'rent-burdened.'
Breakdown
Source
US Census Bureau, ACS / Pulsafi cityData· As of 2026-Q1
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