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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Tiffin, IA is $1,864. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Tiffin cheaper than other Iowa cities?

Tiffin is one of the pricier cities in Iowa, ranking #1 out of 32 cities tracked at $1,864/mo.

When was Tiffin rent data last updated?

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

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Tiffin

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Pop. 5,737·1st most expensive in Iowa·Rental market data updated monthly for Tiffin, IA

Median rent (all units)

$1,864/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$101

Stable (Monthly)

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Tiffin · $1,864

More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

22% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,864/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$75,000/yr

Local median income

$100,952/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$870

1 BR

$980

2 BR

$1,180

3 BR

$1,650

4 BR+

$1,980

Research median

$1,180/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

$22,368/yr

At $1,864/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Tiffin, IA is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 63.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,737

Median income

$100,952

Median age

Renters

19.8%

Age distribution

27.3%

30.1%

24.2%

Under 1827.3%

18–3430.1%

35–5424.2%

55–648.1%

65+10.2%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

83.5%

White83.5%

Black4.1%

Hispanic3.4%

Asian2.4%

Other6.6%

Education (25+)

12.6%

23.8%

63.6%

HS diploma12.6%

Some college23.8%

Bachelor's+63.6%

Housing tenure

80.2%

19.8%

Owner80.2%

Renter19.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tiffin, IA has changed in 5 years

Income

$85,826 → $100,952

up 17.6%

Population

4,482 → 5,737

up 28.0%

Renter share

19.4% → 19.8%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

42.8% → 63.6%

+20.8 pts

Median age

32.3 → 33

+0.7 yrs

Median household income rose from $85,826 to $100,952 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.6% shift. The population has grown by 28.0% since 2021, moving from about 4,482 residents to roughly 5,737. College-educated residents now make up 63.6% of adults here, versus 42.8% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Tiffin on your salary?

At $1,864/mo, how Tiffin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Tiffin rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tiffin, IA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tiffin is $1,864/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,180/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,650/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($100,952/yr), Tiffin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiffin an affordable city for renters?

Tiffin is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,864/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($100,952/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tiffin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tiffin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,864/mo in Tiffin. The local median household income is $100,952/yr, meaning the typical Tiffin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tiffin?

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

How does Tiffin rent compare to other cities in Iowa?

Tiffin is one of the pricier cities in Iowa for rent, ranking #1 out of 32 tracked cities at $1,864/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tiffin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tiffin ($1,864/mo): Coralville ($1,263/mo), Marion ($1,278/mo), Cedar Rapids ($1,288/mo).

What percentage of Tiffin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.8% of Tiffin households are renters, while 80.2% are owner-occupied. Tiffin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.