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Post Falls

Pop. 43,391·11th most expensive in Idaho·Post Falls rents are up 5.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,746/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.4%
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
-$219
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Post Falls · $1,746
More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,746/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$70,000/yr
Local median income
$82,183/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Post Falls's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$990
1 BR
$1,220
2 BR
$1,450
3 BR
$2,030
4 BR+
$2,430
Research median
$1,450/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
$20,952/yr
At $1,746/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 5.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.4% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Post Falls, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,391
Median income
$82,183
Median age
35
Renters
35.9%
Age distribution
26.3%
23.7%
24.4%
15%
Under 1826.3%
18–3423.7%
35–5424.4%
55–6410.6%
65+15%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
86.5%
White86.5%
Hispanic7.1%
Asian0.6%
Other5.6%
Education (25+)
27.1%
41.3%
25.3%
No HS diploma6.3%
HS diploma27.1%
Some college41.3%
Bachelor's+25.3%
Housing tenure
64.1%
35.9%
Owner64.1%
Renter35.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Post Falls, ID has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,392 → $1,746
up 25.4%
Income
$65,592 → $82,183
up 25.3%
Population
38,162 → 43,391
up 13.7%
Renter share
28.8% → 35.9%
+7.1 pts
Bachelor's+
21.1% → 25.3%
+4.2 pts
Median age
34.1 → 35
+0.9 yrs

The median rent in Post Falls, ID stood at $1,392 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,746, reflecting a 25.4% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Post Falls, ID now reports about $82,183, up from $65,592 in 2021. The population has grown by 13.7% since 2021, moving from about 38,162 residents to roughly 43,391. Renters now make up 35.9% of households, compared with 28.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 25.3% of adults here, versus 21.1% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Post Falls, ID reflects that arc in its own way.

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At $1,746/mo, how Post Falls rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Post Falls is $1,746/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,450/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,030/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($82,183/yr), Post Falls ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Post Falls an affordable city for renters?

Post Falls is considered affordable for renters. At $1,746/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($82,183/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Post Falls falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Post Falls?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,746/mo in Post Falls. The local median household income is $82,183/yr, meaning the typical Post Falls household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Post Falls?

Rent in Post Falls has increased 5.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Post Falls rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Post Falls is middle-of-the-pack for Idaho for rent, ranking #11 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,746/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Post Falls?

Spokane Valley is nearby and more affordable at $1,549/mo, which is $197 less than Post Falls.

What percentage of Post Falls residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.9% of Post Falls households are renters, while 64.1% are owner-occupied. Post Falls leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Post Falls rent compare to the national average?

Post Falls's median rent of $1,746/mo is $219 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #11 out of 24 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,746/mo, rent takes ~25% of Post Falls's median household income ($82,183/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5.8%
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