Average Rent in Benton City, WA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City, WA is $1,220/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -3.2% year over year. Rents range from $1,220 to $1,220.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,220/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -3.2%
Source: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City, WA is $1,220/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 3.2% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City is 2% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Benton City, WA ranges from $1,220 to $1,220 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Benton City, WA is approximately 3.2% for 2026. An increase above 3.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Benton City, WA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City, WA is $1,220/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Benton City are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,220/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $48,800/year.
Is rent going up in Benton City?
Rents in Benton City have decreased 3.2% year over year based on local market data. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Benton City?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 3.2% is in line with the Benton City market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Benton City
-3.2%
Rents in Benton City are cooling at -3.2% year-over-year.
− Estimated trend
Market sources range from -3.7% to -0.8%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Benton City?
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 Benton City typically rents for $1,080 – $1,202.
Rents above $1,382 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Benton City typically rents for $1,220 – $1,359.
Rents above $1,563 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Benton City typically rents for $1,480 – $1,648.
Rents above $1,895 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Benton City typically rents for $1,990 – $2,220.
Rents above $2,553 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Benton City typically rents for $2,300 – $2,556.
Rents above $2,939 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Benton City
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,080
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,220
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,480
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,990
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,300
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Benton City
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 Kennewick-Richland, WA MSA 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 Benton City share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,220 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Benton City Compare?
Questions about rent in Benton City
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City, WA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Benton City, WA is $1,220/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 2% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,220 to $1,220 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Benton City?
A rent increase up to about 3.2% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Benton City. 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 $1,220/month.
Are rents going up or down in Benton City?
Rents in Benton City have decreased 3.2% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Kennewick-Richland, WA MSA area.
How much do rents vary across Benton City?
1-bedroom rents across Benton City range from $1,220 to $1,220 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 Benton City?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Benton City. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Benton City?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Benton City at $1,220/month, a household would need approximately $48,800/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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