Monthly Parking Rates in Washington, DC
As of September 2026, the average monthly parking rate in Washington is $288. Most spots fall between $263 and $309 a month. That places Washington at #16 of 100 US cities, 106% above the national average of $140.
- Average monthly rate
- $288
- September 2026
- Typical range
- $263–$309
- 25th to 75th percentile
- National rank
- #16 of 100
- +106% vs. national average
- 30-day change
- 0%
- Average vs. last month
- District of Columbia average
- $288
- Only city tracked in the state
Compared to similar cities
Cities with monthly rates closest to Washington
| City | 25th · average · 75th | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills CA |
|
$310 | #10 |
| Bronx NY |
|
$309 | #11 |
| Jersey City NJ |
|
$309 | #12 |
| Long Island City NY |
|
$309 | #13 |
| Philadelphia PA |
|
$309 | #14 |
| Chicago IL |
|
$294 | #15 |
| Washington DC |
|
$288 | #16 |
Trend
Average rate by month
| Month | Average |
|---|---|
| September 2026 | $288 |
| August 2026 | $288 |
District of Columbia
Other cities in District of Columbia
Washington is the only District of Columbia city in the dataset so far.
Questions
About the Washington numbers
- What is the monthly parking rate in Washington?
- The average advertised rate is $288 a month as of September 2026. Half of all spots fall between $263 and $309.
- Is Washington expensive for parking?
- Washington ranks #16 of 100 cities tracked, 106% 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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