How much does it cost to rent in Lewiston, ID?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lewiston, ID is $1,419. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lewiston cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Lewiston is among the more affordable cities in Idaho, ranking #17 out of 24 cities at $1,419/mo.

When was Lewiston rent data last updated?

Lewiston 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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Lewiston

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Pop. 34,651·17th most expensive in Idaho·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,419/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+12.5%

vs US Median

-$546

Rising (Monthly)

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Lewiston · $1,419

More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,419/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$57,000/yr

Local median income

$72,197/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$890

1 BR

$890

2 BR

$1,170

3 BR

$1,640

4 BR+

$1,960

Research median

$1,170/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

$17,028/yr

At $1,419/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +12.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lewiston, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,651

Median income

$72,197

Median age

39.8

Renters

32.5%

Age distribution

21.2%

22%

23.7%

12.4%

20.6%

Under 1821.2%

18–3422%

35–5423.7%

55–6412.4%

65+20.6%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

90.5%

White90.5%

Hispanic4.2%

Asian1%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

30.5%

35.8%

27.5%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma30.5%

Some college35.8%

Bachelor's+27.5%

Housing tenure

67.5%

32.5%

Owner67.5%

Renter32.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lewiston, ID has changed in 5 years

Income

$60,581 → $72,197

up 19.2%

Population

33,964 → 34,651

up 2.0%

Renter share

28.4% → 32.5%

+4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

25.8% → 27.5%

+1.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Lewiston, ID now reports about $72,197, up from $60,581 in 2021. The population has grown by 2.0% since 2021, moving from about 33,964 residents to roughly 34,651. Renters now make up 32.5% of households, compared with 28.4% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lewiston on your salary?

At $1,419/mo, how Lewiston rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 10.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Lewiston rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lewiston, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lewiston is $1,419/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($72,197/yr), Lewiston ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lewiston an affordable city for renters?

Lewiston is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,419/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($72,197/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lewiston falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lewiston?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,419/mo in Lewiston. The local median household income is $72,197/yr, meaning the typical Lewiston household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lewiston?

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

How does Lewiston rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Lewiston is one of the more affordable cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #17 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,419/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lewiston?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lewiston ($1,419/mo): Moscow ($1,181/mo), Clarkston ($1,350/mo).

What percentage of Lewiston residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.5% of Lewiston households are renters, while 67.5% are owner-occupied. Lewiston leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.