What is the average apartment size in Indiana?

The average size for an Indiana apartment is 909 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Indiana?

As of Apr / 2026, the average rent in Indiana is $1,342 per month, a 1.01% increase from last years average of $1,329.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Indiana?

In Indiana, studios rent for $1,021 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,162 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,380 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,714 per month

What is the average apartment size in Indiana?

The typical apartment in Indiana offers about 909 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Indiana?

Studio apartments in Indiana average 448 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 708 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 997 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,297 sq. ft.

Indiana Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Indiana?

The typical rent budget in Indiana ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 54% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Indiana?

In Indiana, 29% of households rent while 71% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: May 13, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Indiana is $1,342, a 1.01% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,329.

Studio Apartments at $1,021 offer the most budget-friendly option with 448 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 708 square feet for $1,162, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,380 offer 997 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,297 sq ft) for $1,714, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Indiana

Last updated: May 13, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,342	909 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,021	448 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,162	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,380	997 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,714	1,297 sq. ft.

Indiana rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Indiana?

The largest share of rentals in Indiana (54%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Indiana?

799,766 or 29% of the households in Indiana are renter-occupied while 1,916,243 or 71% are owner-occupied.

How Indiana Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,319	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,569	864 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,148	896 sq. ft.
California	$2,651	853 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,824	875 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,150	897 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,709	921 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,476	748 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,977	983 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,640	1,026 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,674	931 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,050	840 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,342	909 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,240	897 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,326	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,330	934 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,246	921 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,057	837 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,887	907 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,853	880 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,414	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,659	893 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,328	1,011 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,358	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,722	888 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,355	933 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,548	909 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,177	877 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,416	871 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,418	837 sq. ft.
New York	$2,613	874 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,555	978 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,164	964 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,345	900 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,070	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,742	845 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,807	889 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,192	915 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,628	1,015 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,206	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,537	953 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,448	892 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,635	930 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,009	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,037	829 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,626	919 sq. ft.

Popular Cities in Indiana

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Indiana apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.