How much does it cost to rent in Adel, IA?

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Adel, IA is $1,031. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Adel cheaper than other Iowa cities?

Adel is among the more affordable cities in Iowa, ranking #25 out of 32 cities at $1,031/mo.

When was Adel rent data last updated?

Adel rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · IA

Adel

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Pop. 6,430·25th most expensive in Iowa·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$1,031/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-10.0%

vs US Median

-$934

Falling (Monthly)

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Adel · $1,031

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

13% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,031/mo, rent takes about 13% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$41,000/yr

Local median income

$95,250/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Adel's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$790

1 BR

$840

2 BR

$1,010

3 BR

$1,360

4 BR+

$1,360

Research median

$1,010/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$12,372/yr

At $1,031/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -10.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Adel, IA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

6,430

Median income

$95,250

Median age

36.5

Renters

34.8%

Age distribution

30.4%

15%

32.6%

12.3%

Under 1830.4%

18–3415%

35–5432.6%

55–649.7%

65+12.3%

Gender

51%

49%

Male51%

Female49%

Race & ethnicity

88.3%

White88.3%

Black0.9%

Hispanic6%

Other4.9%

Education (25+)

25.2%

31.5%

37.9%

No HS diploma5.3%

HS diploma25.2%

Some college31.5%

Bachelor's+37.9%

Housing tenure

65.2%

34.8%

Owner65.2%

Renter34.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Adel, IA has changed in 5 years

Income

$67,440 → $95,250

up 41.2%

Population

5,867 → 6,430

up 9.6%

Renter share

30.7% → 34.8%

+4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

39.4% → 37.9%

-1.5 pts

Census figures show median household income at $95,250 today, compared with $67,440 five years earlier. The population has grown by 9.6% since 2021, moving from about 5,867 residents to roughly 6,430. Renters now make up 34.8% of households, compared with 30.7% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Adel on your salary?

At $1,031/mo, how Adel rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 20% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 9.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 7.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 21.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Adel rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Adel, IA

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Adel is $1,031/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $790/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $840/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,360/mo.

At 13% of local median household income ($95,250/yr), Adel ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Adel an affordable city for renters?

Adel is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,031/mo, rent takes approximately 13% of the local median household income ($95,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Adel falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Adel?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,031/mo in Adel. The local median household income is $95,250/yr, meaning the typical Adel household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Adel?

Rent in Adel has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Adel rent compare to other cities in Iowa?

Adel is one of the more affordable cities in Iowa for rent, ranking #25 out of 32 tracked cities at $1,031/mo.

What percentage of Adel residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.8% of Adel households are renters, while 65.2% are owner-occupied. Adel leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.