Rent Increase Calculator by State 2025
How much can your landlord legally raise rent? Find your state's cap, formula, and exemptions.
The short answer: only 4 jurisdictions (California, Oregon, Washington State, and Washington DC) limit how much landlords can raise rent statewide. Twenty-eight states actively ban local rent control. Everywhere else, landlords can raise rent to market rate with proper notice, often 30-60 days. Select your state below to see the exact rules and calculate the maximum allowed increase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have statewide rent increase caps?
Four jurisdictions have statewide caps: California (CPI + 5%, max 10%, AB 1482), Oregon (CPI + 7%, max 10%, ORS 90.323), Washington (7% + CPI, max 10%, HB 1217 / RCW 59.18.700), and Washington DC (CPI + 2%, max 10%, DC Code § 42-3502.08). All other states either allow only local ordinances, preempt rent control entirely, or have no law on the subject.
Which states ban rent control entirely?
28 states preempt local rent control: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
How much can a landlord raise rent in a state with no rent control?
In states without rent control, landlords may raise rent by any amount, provided they give the required written notice (typically 30-60 days depending on the state) and the increase is not applied in a discriminatory or retaliatory manner prohibited by fair housing law.
Does the rent increase cap apply to all apartments?
No, even in states with caps, most laws exempt new construction (buildings under 15 years old in California and Oregon), single-family homes not owned by corporations, condos, and affordable housing already subject to a lower cap. Always verify whether a specific unit is "covered" before relying on the cap.
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Data sourced from published state statutes, BLS Consumer Price Index (2024-2025), California DOJ, Oregon Department of Justice, and DC Office of the Tenant Advocate. Last updated August 28, 2026. Not legal advice, consult a licensed attorney for your situation.