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Eagle

Pop. 32,855·5th most expensive in Idaho·Eagle rents are up 8.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,104/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.3%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
+$139
Falling (Monthly)
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Eagle · $2,104
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
42/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Eagle's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,104/mo
Expected by trend
$2,022/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,740
1 BR
$2,050
2 BR
$2,460
3 BR
$3,450
4 BR+
$4,120
Research median
$2,460/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
$25,248/yr
At $2,104/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Eagle, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 57.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,855
Median income
$122,894
Median age
47.6
Renters
15.9%
Age distribution
22.4%
12.6%
27%
13.8%
24.3%
Under 1822.4%
18–3412.6%
35–5427%
55–6413.8%
65+24.3%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
86.9%
White86.9%
Black0.5%
Hispanic7.8%
Asian1.8%
Other3%
Education (25+)
27.2%
57.5%
No HS diploma3.4%
HS diploma11.9%
Some college27.2%
Bachelor's+57.5%
Housing tenure
84.1%
15.9%
Owner84.1%
Renter15.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Eagle, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,680 → $2,104
up 25.2%
Income
$99,814 → $122,894
up 23.1%
Population
29,665 → 32,855
up 10.8%
Renter share
14.6% → 15.9%
+1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
49% → 57.5%
+8.5 pts
Median age
45.5 → 47.6
+2.1 yrs

The median rent in Eagle, ID stood at $1,680 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,104, reflecting a 25.2% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $122,894 today, compared with $99,814 five years earlier. The population has grown by 10.8% since 2021, moving from about 29,665 residents to roughly 32,855. College-educated residents now make up 57.5% of adults here, versus 49% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Eagle rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Eagle, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Eagle is $2,104/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,450/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($122,894/yr), Eagle ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Eagle an affordable city for renters?

Eagle is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,104/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($122,894/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Eagle falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Eagle?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,104/mo in Eagle. The local median household income is $122,894/yr, meaning the typical Eagle household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Eagle?

Rent in Eagle has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Eagle rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Eagle is one of the pricier cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #5 out of 24 tracked cities at $2,104/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Eagle?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Eagle ($2,104/mo): Nampa ($1,626/mo), Boise ($1,808/mo), Garden City ($1,855/mo).

What percentage of Eagle residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.9% of Eagle households are renters, while 84.1% are owner-occupied. Eagle leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Eagle rent compare to the national average?

Eagle's median rent of $2,104/mo is $139 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #5 out of 24 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,104/mo, rent takes ~21% of Eagle's median household income ($122,894/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Eagle 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.8%
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