How much does it cost to rent in Coeur D Alene, ID?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Coeur D Alene, ID is $1,807. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Coeur D Alene cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Coeur D Alene falls in the middle range for Idaho, ranking #10 out of 24 cities at $1,807/mo.

When was Coeur D Alene rent data last updated?

Coeur D Alene 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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Coeur D Alene

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Pop. 56,447·10th most expensive in Idaho·Coeur d'Alene rents are up 9.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,807/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.2%

Month-over-Month

+1.7%

vs US Median

-$158

Rising (Monthly)

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Coeur D Alene · $1,807

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

30% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,807/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$72,000/yr

Local median income

$72,338/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,020

1 BR

$1,250

2 BR

$1,490

3 BR

$2,085

4 BR+

$2,500

Research median

$1,490/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

$21,684/yr

At $1,807/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.2% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Coeur D Alene, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

56,447

Median income

$72,338

Median age

40.1

Renters

40.5%

Age distribution

21.2%

21.5%

25.8%

20.4%

Under 1821.2%

18–3421.5%

35–5425.8%

55–6411.1%

65+20.4%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

86.5%

White86.5%

Black0.5%

Hispanic5%

Asian0.9%

Other7%

Education (25+)

25.7%

39.2%

31.2%

No HS diploma3.9%

HS diploma25.7%

Some college39.2%

Bachelor's+31.2%

Housing tenure

59.5%

40.5%

Owner59.5%

Renter40.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Coeur D Alene, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,463 → $1,807

up 23.5%

Income

$59,699 → $72,338

up 21.2%

Population

53,189 → 56,447

up 6.1%

Renter share

43.7% → 40.5%

-3.2 pts

Bachelor's+

27.9% → 31.2%

+3.3 pts

Median age

38.3 → 40.1

+1.8 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Coeur D Alene, ID has climbed by $344 per month, settling near $1,807 after starting the period at $1,463. On the earnings side, the typical household in Coeur D Alene, ID now reports about $72,338, up from $59,699 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 53,189 to 56,447 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.1% change. About 40.5% of households rent today, against 43.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 27.9% to 31.2%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Coeur D Alene, ID reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Coeur D Alene on your salary?

At $1,807/mo, how Coeur D Alene rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Coeur D Alene rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Coeur D Alene. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Coeur D Alene, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Coeur D Alene is $1,807/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,085/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($72,338/yr), Coeur D Alene ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Coeur D Alene an affordable city for renters?

Coeur D Alene is considered moderate for renters. At $1,807/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($72,338/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Coeur D Alene slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Coeur D Alene?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,807/mo in Coeur D Alene. The local median household income is $72,338/yr, meaning the typical Coeur D Alene household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Coeur D Alene?

Rent in Coeur D Alene has increased 9.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Coeur D Alene neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Coeur D Alene are 83814 ($1,702/mo), and 83815 ($1,972/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Coeur D Alene is $1,807/mo.

How does Coeur D Alene rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Coeur D Alene is middle-of-the-pack for Idaho for rent, ranking #10 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,807/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Coeur D Alene?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Coeur D Alene ($1,807/mo): Spokane Valley ($1,549/mo), Post Falls ($1,746/mo).

What percentage of Coeur D Alene residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.5% of Coeur D Alene households are renters, while 59.5% are owner-occupied. Coeur D Alene leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Coeur D Alene rent compare to the national average?

Coeur D Alene's median rent of $1,807/mo is $158 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #10 out of 24 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,807/mo, rent takes ~30% of Coeur D Alene's median household income ($72,338/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Coeur D Alene 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5.8%

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