State of Boat & RV Storage 2026: Cost & Supply Data
By FindBoatStorage Research Team · Published June 2026 · Updated June 2026 · Based on verified data from our directory
The typical boat or RV storage space in the United States rents for about $108 a month (national median), with most facilities falling between $75 and $185 depending on the state and the type of space. We built this report by analyzing 10,431 verified boat and RV storage facilities across 49 states and more than 4,400 cities, along with 1,067,843 Google reviews, to give boat and RV owners a clear, current picture of what storage actually costs and where it is available in 2026.
All figures below come from our own directory of facilities at FindBoatStorage.com. You are welcome to cite or reference this data with a link back to this page.
Key findings at a glance
- National median price: about $108 per month. The average is higher (around $184) because premium covered slips and indoor units pull the top end up.
- Price range: roughly $20 a month for a basic outdoor spot to $2,000+ a month for a premium wet slip or fully enclosed indoor bay.
- Most expensive states: New Hampshire (median $288), Maryland ($200), and Nevada ($170).
- Most affordable states: Nebraska ($72), Idaho ($73), and Missouri ($75).
- Climate-controlled is the single most common option, offered by 21.2% of facilities, narrowly ahead of open outdoor lots (20.9%).
- Average facility rating: 4.62 out of 5 across more than 1 million reviews. Storage operators score well with their customers.
- 62% of facilities accept boats and 53% accept RVs, and 36.7% advertise 24/7 access.
How much does boat and RV storage cost in 2026?
Across the 2,480 facilities in our data that publish pricing, the national median is about $108 a month and the average is about $184 a month. The gap between the two tells the real story: most spaces are inexpensive open or covered parking, while a smaller number of premium indoor and in-water options sit well above $300 a month and drag the average upward.
The biggest single driver of price is the type of space, not the city. An open outdoor lot in an expensive coastal state often costs less than a climate-controlled indoor bay in a cheap inland state.
Cost by storage type
Here is the median monthly price for each major storage type in our data, from most to least expensive:
| Storage type | Median price / month | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Dry stack (boats) | $200 | Forklift-served racks at a marina, boat launched on request |
| Wet slip (in water) | $175 | A berth in the water at a marina or dock |
| Enclosed / indoor | $140 | A fully walled, often climate-controlled bay or unit |
| Covered | $133 | A roof overhead, open sides, protects from sun and rain |
| Outdoor (open lot) | $115 | An open, often gated and gravel or paved parking space |
| Climate-controlled | $97 | Temperature and humidity managed space (smaller units pull this median down) |
Which states are the most and least expensive?
The table below ranks states by the median monthly price of a storage space, limited to states with at least 15 priced facilities so the numbers are meaningful.
| Most expensive states | Median / month |
|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $288 |
| Maryland | $200 |
| Nevada | $170 |
| Washington | $150 |
| California | $143 |
| Florida | $138 |
| Tennessee | $136 |
| Texas | $130 |
| Most affordable states | Median / month |
|---|---|
| Nebraska | $72 |
| Idaho | $73 |
| Missouri | $75 |
| Pennsylvania | $79 |
| West Virginia | $80 |
| North Carolina | $83 |
| Kentucky | $85 |
| Louisiana | $90 |
Coastal and northern states with shorter boating seasons and pricier real estate (New Hampshire, Maryland, the Northeast) tend to cost more, while inland states with abundant land (Nebraska, Missouri, the rural South) stay cheap. High-demand sunbelt states like Florida, Texas, and California sit in the upper-middle because heavy boat and RV ownership keeps facilities full.
Where is storage easiest to find?
Supply is heavily concentrated in large, boat and RV heavy states. These ten states hold the most facilities in our directory:
| State | Facilities | Cities covered |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 771 | 299 |
| Florida | 637 | 219 |
| California | 545 | 262 |
| Michigan | 475 | 229 |
| Missouri | 473 | 178 |
| Wisconsin | 428 | 202 |
| North Carolina | 398 | 159 |
| Alabama | 396 | 133 |
| Tennessee | 396 | 153 |
| Arizona | 384 | 76 |
Texas alone accounts for more than 7% of all facilities nationwide. Owners in smaller-supply states like Maine, Montana, and the Dakotas have fewer options within a short drive, which is one reason prices there can swing widely.
What kind of storage do facilities actually offer?
Looking at the full mix of space types advertised across all facilities:
| Storage type | Share of facilities offering it |
|---|---|
| Climate-controlled | 21.2% |
| Outdoor (open lot) | 20.9% |
| Enclosed / indoor | 18.8% |
| Wet slip (in water) | 13.5% |
| Covered | 13.5% |
| Dry stack | 2.3% |
The most common amenities are fuel (6.8% of facilities), on-site restrooms (5.7%), a dump station (5.4%), winterization service (4.9%), and electrical hookups (4.1%). Roughly 36.7% of facilities advertise 24/7 access, which matters most to owners who launch early or return late.
Boats, RVs, or both?
Most facilities are flexible. In our data, 62% accept boats and 53% accept RVs, and a large share take both on the same lot. That overlap is good news for owners of both a boat and an RV, who can often consolidate at one location and negotiate a better rate.
How to use these numbers when shopping
- Anchor on the median, not the average. If a quote is far above $108 a month, ask what you are paying for: indoor climate control, in-water access, or a premium location.
- Match the space to the asset. A fiberglass boat or a high-value RV justifies covered or enclosed storage. A trailer or utility rig is fine on an open lot.
- Check a cheaper neighboring city. Prices fall quickly a short drive inland from the water or the metro core.
- Confirm access hours. Only about a third of facilities offer 24/7 entry, so verify before you book if you need flexibility.
You can compare real facilities, prices, and access details in your area on FindBoatStorage.com, including dedicated guides for boat storage and RV storage.
Methodology
This report is based on FindBoatStorage.com's directory of 10,431 published boat and RV storage facilities across 49 states (including the District of Columbia) and more than 4,400 cities, as of June 2026. Facility details, storage types, amenities, and access hours are compiled from operator websites, Google Business Profiles, and public listings. Pricing medians are calculated from the 2,480 facilities that publish rates; ratings reflect 1,067,843 aggregated Google reviews. State-level price medians are reported only for states with at least 15 priced facilities. Figures are rounded for readability.
Citing this study
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