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

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Shelley, ID is $925. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Shelley cheaper than other Idaho cities?

Shelley is among the more affordable cities in Idaho, ranking #24 out of 24 cities at $925/mo.

When was Shelley rent data last updated?

Shelley rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Shelley

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Pop. 5,092·24th most expensive in Idaho·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$925/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-25.3%

vs US Median

-$1,040

Falling (Monthly)

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Shelley · $925

More affordable than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

14% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $925/mo, rent takes about 14% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$37,000/yr

Local median income

$77,563/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$800

1 BR

$850

2 BR

$1,060

3 BR

$1,490

4 BR+

$1,780

Research median

$1,060/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$11,100/yr

At $925/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -25.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Shelley, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,092

Median income

$77,563

Median age

30.8

Renters

25.3%

Age distribution

34.2%

20.2%

27.9%

Under 1834.2%

18–3420.2%

35–5427.9%

55–646.6%

65+11.1%

Gender

53%

47%

Male53%

Female47%

Race & ethnicity

77.8%

16.2%

White77.8%

Hispanic16.2%

Asian0.5%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

29.2%

39%

21.5%

No HS diploma10.2%

HS diploma29.2%

Some college39%

Bachelor's+21.5%

Housing tenure

74.7%

25.3%

Owner74.7%

Renter25.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Shelley, ID has changed in 5 years

Income

$61,707 → $77,563

up 25.7%

Population

4,784 → 5,092

up 6.4%

Renter share

31.1% → 25.3%

-5.8 pts

Bachelor's+

17.6% → 21.5%

+3.9 pts

Median age

29.8 → 30.8

+1.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Shelley, ID now reports about $77,563, up from $61,707 in 2021. Census counts show Shelley, ID adding about 308 residents over the five-year window, up 6.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 31.1% to 25.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.6% to 21.5% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Shelley on your salary?

At $925/mo, how Shelley rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $84,087/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,701/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $68,770/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $122,918/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $157,058/yr · Rent = 7.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,901/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Truck Driver

Avg $50,472/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $62,211/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Shelley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Shelley

About renting in Shelley, ID

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Shelley is $925/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,490/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($77,563/yr), Shelley ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Shelley an affordable city for renters?

Shelley is considered very affordable for renters. At $925/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($77,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Shelley falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Shelley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $37,000/year (~$18/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $925/mo in Shelley. The local median household income is $77,563/yr, meaning the typical Shelley household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Shelley?

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

How does Shelley rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Shelley is one of the more affordable cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #24 out of 24 tracked cities at $925/mo.

What percentage of Shelley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.3% of Shelley households are renters, while 74.7% are owner-occupied. Shelley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.