Average Rent in Washington, NH (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Washington, NH is $1,510/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +24.8% year over year. Rents range from $1,510 to $1,510.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,510/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +24.8%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
⚠ This figure may reflect limited data rather than actual market movement.
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Washington, NH is $1,510/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 24.8% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Washington is 26% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Washington, NH ranges from $1,510 to $1,510 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Washington, NH is approximately 24.8% for 2026. An increase above 24.8% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Washington, NH?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Washington, NH is $1,510/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Washington are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,510/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $60,400/year.
Is rent going up in Washington?
Rents in Washington have increased 24.8% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Washington.
What is a fair rent increase in Washington?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 24.8% is in line with the Washington market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Note: Washington, DC has rent increase protections — the cap is generally CPI + 2% (max 10%). Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Washington?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Washington typically rents for $1,410 – $1,621.
Rents above $1,864 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Washington typically rents for $1,510 – $1,736.
Rents above $1,996 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Washington typically rents for $1,980 – $2,277.
Rents above $2,619 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Washington typically rents for $2,560 – $2,944.
Rents above $3,386 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Washington typically rents for $2,940 – $3,381.
Rents above $3,888 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Washington
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,410
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,510
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,980
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$2,560
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,940
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Washington
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Sullivan County, NH metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Washington share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,510 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Washington Compare?
Questions about rent in Washington
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Washington, NH?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Washington, NH is $1,510/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 26% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,510 to $1,510 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Washington?
A rent increase up to about 24.8% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Washington. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,510/month.
Are rents going up or down in Washington?
Rents in Washington have increased 24.8% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Sullivan County, NH area.
How much do rents vary across Washington?
1-bedroom rents across Washington range from $1,510 to $1,510 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Washington?
In Washington, rent increases are regulated under Washington, DC protections. The maximum increase is generally CPI + 2% (max 10%). Landlords must also follow applicable state notice requirements before issuing a rent increase.
How much should I spend on rent in Washington?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Washington at $1,510/month, a household would need approximately $60,400/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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