How much does it cost to rent in Indio, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Indio, CA is $2,616. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Indio cheaper than other California cities?

Indio falls in the middle range for California, ranking #242 out of 387 cities at $2,616/mo.

When was Indio rent data last updated?

Indio rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Indio

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Pop. 91,950·242nd most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,616/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.1%

Month-over-Month

+2.8%

vs US Median

+$651

Rising (Monthly)

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Indio · $2,616

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Indio's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,616/mo

Expected by trend

$2,728/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Indio's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,715

1 BR

$1,790

2 BR

$2,230

3 BR

$2,975

4 BR+

$3,620

Research median

$2,230/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$31,392/yr

At $2,616/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 4.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.1% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Indio, CA is majority owner-occupied, 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

91,950

Median income

$77,167

Median age

38.6

Renters

32.9%

Age distribution

24.8%

20.4%

25.9%

18.6%

Under 1824.8%

18–3420.4%

35–5425.9%

55–6410.2%

65+18.6%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

32.2%

69.6%

White32.2%

Black2.6%

Hispanic69.6%

Asian2.8%

Education (25+)

24.8%

28.3%

26.4%

20.5%

No HS diploma24.8%

HS diploma28.3%

Some college26.4%

Bachelor's+20.5%

Housing tenure

67.1%

32.9%

Owner67.1%

Renter32.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Indio, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,219 → $2,616

up 17.9%

Income

$59,399 → $77,167

up 29.9%

Population

88,542 → 91,950

up 3.8%

Renter share

29.4% → 32.9%

+3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

18.2% → 20.5%

+2.3 pts

Median age

40.7 → 38.6

-2.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Indio, CA has shifted from $2,219 to $2,616, up 17.9% since 2022. Census figures show median household income at $77,167 today, compared with $59,399 five years earlier. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Indio, CA adding about 3,408 residents over the five-year window, up 3.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 29.4% to 32.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.2% to 20.5% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Indio on your salary?

At $2,616/mo, how Indio rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 46.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Indio rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Indio. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Indio, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Indio is $2,616/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,715/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,230/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,790/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,975/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($77,167/yr), Indio ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Indio an affordable city for renters?

Indio is considered stretched for renters. At $2,616/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($77,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Indio significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Indio?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,616/mo in Indio. The local median household income is $77,167/yr, meaning the typical Indio household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Indio?

Rent in Indio has increased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Indio neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Indio are 92201 ($2,454/mo), and 92203 ($2,967/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Indio is $2,616/mo.

How does Indio rent compare to other cities in California?

Indio is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #242 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,616/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Indio?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Indio ($2,616/mo): Desert Hot Springs ($1,970/mo), Cathedral City ($2,390/mo).

What percentage of Indio residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.9% of Indio households are renters, while 67.1% are owner-occupied. Indio leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Indio rent compare to the national average?

Indio's median rent of $2,616/mo is $651 (33%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #242 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

41%

STRETCHED

At $2,616/mo, rent takes ~41% of Indio's median household income ($77,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Indio 41%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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