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Le Claire

Pop. 4,735·1st most expensive in Iowa·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,900/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-13.4%
vs US Median
+$935
Falling (Monthly)
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Le Claire · $2,900
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,900/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$116,000/yr
Local median income
$104,844/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Le Claire's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$760
1 BR
$890
2 BR
$1,100
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,700
Research median
$1,100/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: May 18, 2026

Annual cost
$34,800/yr
At $2,900/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, -13.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Le Claire, IA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 44.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,735
Median income
$104,844
Median age
36.5
Renters
25.7%
Age distribution
34.1%
13.2%
25.6%
12.5%
14.7%
Under 1834.1%
18–3413.2%
35–5425.6%
55–6412.5%
65+14.7%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
90.9%
White90.9%
Black1.3%
Hispanic3.1%
Asian1.8%
Other2.9%
Education (25+)
20.3%
31.6%
44.1%
No HS diploma4%
HS diploma20.3%
Some college31.6%
Bachelor's+44.1%
Housing tenure
74.3%
25.7%
Owner74.3%
Renter25.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Le Claire, IA has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,490 → $104,844
up 44.6%
Population
4,614 → 4,735
up 2.6%
Renter share
26.5% → 25.7%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
33.9% → 44.1%
+10.2 pts
Median age
32.6 → 36.5
+3.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $72,490 to $104,844 across the same window, up 44.6% versus 2021. Census counts show Le Claire, IA adding about 121 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 33.9% to 44.1% across the same window.

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About renting in Le Claire, IA

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Le Claire is $2,900/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,100/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,440/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($104,844/yr), Le Claire ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Le Claire an affordable city for renters?

Le Claire is considered moderate for renters. At $2,900/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($104,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Le Claire slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Le Claire?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $116,000/year (~$56/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,900/mo in Le Claire. The local median household income is $104,844/yr, meaning the typical Le Claire household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Le Claire?

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

How does Le Claire rent compare to other cities in Iowa?

Le Claire is one of the pricier cities in Iowa for rent, ranking #1 out of 34 tracked cities at $2,900/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Le Claire?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Le Claire ($2,900/mo): Clinton ($792/mo), Rock Island ($918/mo), Davenport ($949/mo).

What percentage of Le Claire residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.7% of Le Claire households are renters, while 74.3% are owner-occupied. Le Claire leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Le Claire rent compare to the national average?

Le Claire's median rent of $2,900/mo is $935 (48%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Iowa, it ranks #1 out of 34 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,900/mo, rent takes ~33% of Le Claire's median household income ($104,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Le Claire 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.8%
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