Last updated on November 1, 2026

Average rent in
Carson City, NV

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Carson City rent stands today

    Carson City, NV rent rose 9.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters today are paying $155 more per month on average than last year despite a 5.3% month-over-month decline from the recent peak of $1,900/month in September 2026.

  • Carson City sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 58 total rentals available.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studio rents in Carson City are around $1,025/month, 1-bedrooms $1,250/month, and 2-bedrooms $1,650/month. Larger units rent for more, with 3-bedrooms at $2,500/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,000/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options in the market.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    The 4+ bedroom segment in Carson City climbed 92.3% year over year, far outpacing the citywide rise of 9.4%. This large increase indicates strong demand or limited supply for larger rental units compared to other bedroom tiers.

Median rent

Median rent in Carson City

$1,800/mo

increased by9%

vs previous year

The average rent in Carson City is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.

$1.41

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Carson City

58

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Carson City rentals at each price point

40%30%20%10%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Carson City, NV

Average rent prices in Carson City have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Carson City, NV

Rent prices in Carson City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Carson City is $1,400, whereas a house costs $2,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Carson City run $1,250 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,485.

Listings

Studio

$1,025

8%

9%

1 bedroom

$1,250

4%

No Change

2 bedroom

$1,650

No Change

6%

3 bedroom

$2,500

No Change

9%

4 bedroom

$5,000

3%

92%

Studio

Average rent

$1,025

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

9%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,250

Last 30 days

4%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,650

Last year

6%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,500

Last year

9%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$5,000

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

92%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Carson City, NV, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Carson City, NV compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Carson City and Carnelian Bay by all bedroom counts and property types.

Carson City

Median rent price$1,800
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$2,900
increased by53%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Carson City, NV is 38% lower than the median rent in Carnelian Bay, CA.

Discover rentals in Carson City, NV

20 College Pkwy - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Carson City

2 beds

1 bath

$1,118

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
20 College Pkwy - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Carson City

2 beds

2 baths

$1,294

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3508 Woodside Dr. - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

3508 Woodside Dr.

3508 Woodside Dr, Carson City, NV 89701

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
S Carson St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Carson City

2BR/1.0BA

S Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Carson City, NV

Quick answers to common questions about the Carson City rental market.

How much is rent in Carson City?

The average rent in Carson City is $1,800 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Carson City?

Average rent prices in Carson City have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.

How does Carson City rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Carson City is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Carson City?

To comfortably afford rent in Carson City, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Carson City?

August offers the best rental deals in Carson City, with rents running about 11% lower than the peak pricing seen in May. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for renters looking to save on their monthly housing costs.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

Apartments for rent in Carson City