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Rathdrum

Pop. 10,874·4th most expensive in Idaho·Rental market data updated monthly for Rathdrum, ID
Median rent (all units)
$2,150/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.9%
vs US Median
+$185
Rising (Monthly)
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Rathdrum · $2,150
More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,150/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$86,000/yr
Local median income
$86,563/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rathdrum's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,000
1 BR
$1,230
2 BR
$1,460
3 BR
$2,050
4 BR+
$2,450
Research median
$1,460/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
$25,800/yr
At $2,150/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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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, +5.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rathdrum, ID is majority owner-occupied, 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,874
Median income
$86,563
Median age
37.1
Renters
23%
Age distribution
23.7%
23%
28.6%
17%
Under 1823.7%
18–3423%
35–5428.6%
55–647.7%
65+17%
Gender
52.5%
47.5%
Male52.5%
Female47.5%
Race & ethnicity
89.5%
White89.5%
Hispanic3.7%
Asian0.6%
Other6.2%
Education (25+)
28.7%
38.4%
24.8%
No HS diploma8.2%
HS diploma28.7%
Some college38.4%
Bachelor's+24.8%
Housing tenure
77%
23%
Owner77%
Renter23%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rathdrum, ID has changed in 5 years

Income
$67,931 → $86,563
up 27.4%
Population
9,099 → 10,874
up 19.5%
Renter share
19.9% → 23%
+3.1 pts
Bachelor's+
17.5% → 24.8%
+7.3 pts
Median age
35.7 → 37.1
+1.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Rathdrum, ID now reports about $86,563, up from $67,931 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 9,099 to 10,874 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.5% change. About 23% of households rent today, against 19.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 17.5% to 24.8%.

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Rathdrum rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Rathdrum, ID

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rathdrum is $2,150/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,050/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($86,563/yr), Rathdrum ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rathdrum an affordable city for renters?

Rathdrum is considered moderate for renters. At $2,150/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($86,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rathdrum slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rathdrum?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,150/mo in Rathdrum. The local median household income is $86,563/yr, meaning the typical Rathdrum household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rathdrum?

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

How does Rathdrum rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Rathdrum is one of the pricier cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #4 out of 24 tracked cities at $2,150/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rathdrum?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rathdrum ($2,150/mo): Spokane Valley ($1,549/mo), Post Falls ($1,746/mo), Coeur d'Alene ($1,807/mo).

What percentage of Rathdrum residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23% of Rathdrum households are renters, while 77% are owner-occupied. Rathdrum leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rathdrum rent compare to the national average?

Rathdrum's median rent of $2,150/mo is $185 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #4 out of 24 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,150/mo, rent takes ~30% of Rathdrum's median household income ($86,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5.8%
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