Rental GuideOlympia, WA

Olympia rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,795

Year Over Year Change

Rentals available, last 30 days

126

Rent ranges for Olympia apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

23%

$1,501 - $2,250

51%

$751 - $1,500

21%

$0 - $750

23%

51%

21%

How has rent in Olympia, WA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Olympia, WA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,795, which is a 0.1% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Olympia, WA is about $1,575. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Olympia, WA is $1,895, and studios are about $1,332 per month.

See more Olympia, WA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Olympia, WA?

schools

9,633

students

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Who lives in Olympia, WA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

20%

20-34

25%

35-44

13%

45-64

22%

65+

18%

Language

English

86%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

38%

Bachelor's

35%

Master's

14%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Olympia, WA?

Families

41% Families

59% Single

Property

53% Renters

47% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

18%

25-50k

22%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

18%

150k+

11%

How do residents get around Olympia, WA?

Olympia locals spend about 21 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by Intercity Transit to navigate Olympia and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Olympia is through Seattle Tacoma International Airport, 39.38 miles away.

Walking

6/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Olympia are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Olympia, WA?

The overall cost of living in Olympia, WA is 12% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Olympia you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.37 per carton, and milk $4.77. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $160 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	11% higher
Groceries	4% higher
Utilities	10% lower
Transportation	29% higher
Health	17% higher

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Goods & Services