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Average Rent in Calvert County, MD↓ Rents falling 9.3% YoY🔺 2nd priciest in MD

HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 93,791

Data review: HUD FY2027Sources: HUD, Zillow, CensusMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Calvert County, MD has rental prices ranging from $1,630/month to $2,959/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,666/month — 19% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $132,059/year, spending $1,666/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Calvert County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,890/month, Calvert County ranks #2 most expensive of the 16 cities tracked in Maryland — pricier than 96% of all US cities in our data.

The Calvert County Rental Market

The Calvert County, MD area has a population of about 93,791 and 13% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Calvert County, MD have fallen by $193/month (9.3%) over the past year, from $2,083 to $1,890. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Calvert County, MD without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $66,640. The local median household income of $132,059 exceeds that threshold by $65,419, making Calvert County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2027
Studio
$1,630
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,666
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,890
↓9.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$2,617
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$2,959
Affordable
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Is Calvert County, MD Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$75,600/year
Local median income: $132,059
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,890/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in MDlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Baltimore$1,523$1,625$2,006$2,509—
Hagerstown$894$982$1,284$1,714—
Salisbury$1,095$1,102$1,428$1,870—
St. Mary's County$1,328$1,642$1,787$2,242—
Cumberland$655$747$933$1,226—
Allegany County$862$888$1,014$1,383—

Rent or Buy in Calvert County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Calvert County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,890/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,890/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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