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Housing in Thurston County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Thurston County averages $1,736/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Washington median of $1,760 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 33% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Thurston County FMR Area are $1,663 for a studio, $1,820 for 1‑bedroom, $2,120 for 2‑bedroom, $2,826 for 3‑bedroom, and $3,556 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $384 increase for a 2-bedroom in Thurston County shows a 22% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Thurston County was 4.6% in 2024, compared to Washington at 4.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
