What is the monthly parking rate in Seattle?

As of September 2026, the average monthly parking rate in Seattle, WA is $252. Most spots fall between $187 and $319 a month. Seattle ranks #22 of 100 US cities.

Is Seattle expensive for parking?

Seattle ranks #22 of 100 cities tracked, 80% above the national average.

Do fleets pay the same rates?

Up to a few dozen vehicles at one site, fleet rates track these consumer rates closely. Larger fleets, oversized vehicles, and secured lots are priced differently.

What affects the price?

Locations near airports, stadiums, and other high-demand areas tend to cost more. So do valet-only locations, lots that only offer reserved spots, covered or indoor garages, and 24/7 access. Uncovered, ungated lots are usually the least expensive, along with self-park locations a few blocks outside the core.

How is this collected?

Advertised monthly rates at commercial garages and lots, gathered every 30 days from publicly available data.

Monthly Parking Rates in Seattle, WA

As of September 2026, the average monthly parking rate in Seattle is $252. Most spots fall between $187 and $319 a month. That places Seattle at #22 of 100 US cities, 80% above the national average of $140.

Average monthly rate: $252; September 2026
Typical range: $187–$319; 25th to 75th percentile
National rank: #22 of 100; +80% vs. national average
30-day change: +4.1%; Average vs. last month
Washington average: $160; +57% across 5 cities

Compared to similar cities

Cities with monthly rates closest to Seattle

City	Average	Rank
Washington DC	$288	#16
Oakland CA	$258	#18
Santa Monica CA	$258	#19
Somerville MA	$258	#20
New Orleans LA	$252	#21
Seattle WA	$252	#22
Newark NJ	$232	#23

Trend

Average rate by month

Month	Average
September 2026	$252
August 2026	$242

Washington

Other cities in Washington

City	Average	Rank
Bellevue	$216	#25
Kirkland	$160	#45
Spokane	$113	#75
Renton	$77	#90

Questions

About the Seattle numbers

What is the monthly parking rate in Seattle?: The average advertised rate is $252 a month as of September 2026. Half of all spots fall between $187 and $319.
Is Seattle expensive for parking?: Seattle ranks #22 of 100 cities tracked, 80% above the national average.
Do fleets pay the same rates?: Up to a few dozen vehicles at one site, fleet rates track these consumer rates closely. Larger fleets, oversized vehicles, and secured lots are priced differently.
What affects the price?: Locations near airports, stadiums, and other high-demand areas tend to cost more. So do valet-only locations, lots that only offer reserved spots, covered or indoor garages, and 24/7 access. Uncovered, ungated lots are usually the least expensive, along with self-park locations a few blocks outside the core.
How is this collected?: Advertised monthly rates at commercial garages and lots, gathered every 30 days from publicly available data.

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