Average Rent in Bremerton, WA🔺 3rd priciest in WA

Bremerton, WA has rental prices ranging from $1,411/month to $3,090/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,568/month — 12% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $98,546/year, spending $1,568/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Bremerton Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $2,057/month, Bremerton ranks #3 most expensive of the 36 cities tracked in Washington — pricier than 98% of all US cities in our data.

The Bremerton Rental Market

The Bremerton, WA area has a population of about 276,581 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Bremerton, WA have risen by $8/month (0.4%) over the past year, from $2,049 to $2,057. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Bremerton, WA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $62,720. The local median household income of $98,546 exceeds that threshold by $35,826, making Bremerton relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Bremerton, WA is $487,263, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 19.7. With a break-even horizon of approximately 20 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Is Bremerton, WA Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Bremerton?

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