Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
12%
Monroe
Monroe, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,136
Population
20,162
Renter Mix
34% Rent
A tranquil small town on the cusp of Seattle
Suburban
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Scenic
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Riverside
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Lush
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Historic
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Mountain Views
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Nestled in the Cascade foothills, Monroe is a tranquil suburb located about 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Monroe offers residents a small-town atmosphere, with a close-knit community and a historic downtown. Downtown Monroe stretches along Main Street, with a bevy of restaurants, cafes, and shops in charming, colorful storefronts.
Monroe also provides additional shopping and dining options along U.S. 2, where residents find an array of suburban conveniences. With its beautiful mountain views and easy access to three rivers (the Skykomish, Snohomish, and Snoqualmie rivers), Monroe is undeniably lush and brimming with opportunities for outdoor adventure. Some of Monroe’s most popular recreational venues include Lake Tye Park, Al Borlin Park, and nearby Lord Hill Park.
Monroe is home to attractions such as Reptile Zoo, Evergreen Speedway, and the Evergreen State Fairgrounds. The community is also within easy driving distance of Seattle’s many vibrant amenities and attractions.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$99,656
Average: $118,554
Education
3,821
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,857
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Monroe has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Monroe, WA is $984 for a studio, $1,136 for one bedroom, $2,027 for two bedrooms, and $2,356 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monroe has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,136/month
577 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Monroe, WA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
455 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
564 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
384 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
24 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
750 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
24 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,552 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades PK-12
24 Students
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Points of Interest
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Airports
- Seattle Paine Field International
- Seattle-Tacoma International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.