How much does it cost to rent in Garden City, ID?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Garden City, ID is $1,855. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Garden City cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Garden City is one of the pricier cities in Idaho, ranking #8 out of 24 cities tracked at $1,855/mo.

When was Garden City rent data last updated?

Garden City 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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Garden City

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Pop. 12,654·8th most expensive in Idaho·Garden City rents are up 13.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,855/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.1%

Month-over-Month

+6.6%

vs US Median

-$110

Rising (Monthly)

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Garden City · $1,855

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

Affordability

32% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,855/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$74,000/yr

Local median income

$70,124/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,697

1 BR

$1,456

2 BR

$1,302

3 BR

$1,260

Research median

$1,302/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

$22,260/yr

At $1,855/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.1% YoY, +6.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Garden City, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 39.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,654

Median income

$70,124

Median age

42.3

Renters

36.9%

Age distribution

19.7%

21.1%

20%

13.4%

25.8%

Under 1819.7%

18–3421.1%

35–5420%

55–6413.4%

65+25.8%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

83.5%

12.4%

White83.5%

Black1.2%

Hispanic12.4%

Asian0.7%

Other2.1%

Education (25+)

24.8%

27.5%

39.2%

No HS diploma8.6%

HS diploma24.8%

Some college27.5%

Bachelor's+39.2%

Housing tenure

63.1%

36.9%

Owner63.1%

Renter36.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Garden City, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,681 → $1,855

up 10.4%

Income

$54,540 → $70,124

up 28.6%

Population

12,056 → 12,654

up 5.0%

Renter share

35% → 36.9%

+1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

34% → 39.2%

+5.2 pts

Median age

48.4 → 42.3

-6.1 yrs

The median rent in Garden City, ID stood at $1,681 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,855, reflecting a 10.4% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Garden City, ID now reports about $70,124, up from $54,540 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 5.0% since 2021, moving from about 12,056 residents to roughly 12,654. Renters now make up 36.9% of households, compared with 35% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 39.2% of adults here, versus 34% in 2021. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Garden City, ID reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Garden City on your salary?

At $1,855/mo, how Garden City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 18.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Garden City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Garden City, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Garden City is $1,855/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,697/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,302/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,456/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,260/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($70,124/yr), Garden City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden City an affordable city for renters?

Garden City is considered moderate for renters. At $1,855/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($70,124/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Garden City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Garden City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,855/mo in Garden City. The local median household income is $70,124/yr, meaning the typical Garden City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Garden City?

Rent in Garden City has increased 13.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Garden City rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Garden City is one of the pricier cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #8 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,855/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Garden City?

Boise is nearby and more affordable at $1,808/mo, which is $47 less than Garden City.

What percentage of Garden City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.9% of Garden City households are renters, while 63.1% are owner-occupied. Garden City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Garden City rent compare to the national average?

Garden City's median rent of $1,855/mo is $110 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #8 out of 24 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,855/mo, rent takes ~32% of Garden City's median household income ($70,124/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Garden City 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5.8%

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