salaryRent is higher than in 82% of U.S. cities. Household incomes are higher than in 86% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 5.3 years of household income. It is a highly educated city: 75.1% of adults have a college degree.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $94,760 a year. That is $46 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Maryland cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Maryland. It is number 145 of 200 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in North Bethesda?
Share of households by yearly income. 51.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in North Bethesda
| Size | North Bethesda | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,862 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,032 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,501 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,295 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,500+ | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is North Bethesda overall?
Everyday prices in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area are 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in North Bethesda
Life in North Bethesda
What jobs pay in North Bethesda
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | 14.6% |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | 18.2% |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | 18.3% |
| Pharmacist | $150,540 | 18.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | 19.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | 21.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | 22.4% |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | 23.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | 27.7% |
| Accountant | $102,140 | 27.8% |
| Civil Engineer | $101,780 | 27.9% |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | 32.6% |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | 33.8% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | 35.8% |
| Electrician | $75,930 | 37.4% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,860 | 37.5% |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | 39.5% |
| Plumber | $71,860 | 39.6% |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | 42.4% |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | 46.8% |
| Truck Driver | $59,820 | 47.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 | 61.0% |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,220 | 61.5% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | 61.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | 62.2% |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,920 | 66.2% |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,590 | 66.7% |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,610 | 77.7% |
| Cashier | $35,470 | 80.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in North Bethesda?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $2,709 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $731,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $73,180 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in North Bethesda, MD?
Renting in North Bethesda costs a median of about $2,369 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Maryland median is $2,010.
How much do I need to make to live in North Bethesda?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $94,760 a year, or $46 an hour at a full-time job.
Is North Bethesda cheap or expensive?
North Bethesda is rated OK: rent takes 20.4% of the typical household income of $139,226. It ranks 145th cheapest of 200 Maryland cities we track.
How much are property taxes in North Bethesda?
The median homeowner in North Bethesda pays $6,452 a year in property taxes, about 0.88% of the median home value.
Is North Bethesda more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 9% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in North Bethesda?
The median home value in North Bethesda is $731,800, about 5.3 times the typical yearly household income.
49,677 people live in North Bethesda. Numbers are typical (middle) values.