How much does it cost to rent in Angola, IN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Angola, IN is $1,060. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Angola cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Angola is among the more affordable cities in Indiana, ranking #52 out of 65 cities at $1,060/mo.

When was Angola rent data last updated?

Angola rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · IN

Angola

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Pop. 9,408·52nd most expensive in Indiana·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,060/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+9.6%

vs US Median

-$905

Rising (Monthly)

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Angola · $1,060

More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

20% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,060/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$42,000/yr

Local median income

$64,540/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$730

1 BR

$740

2 BR

$970

3 BR

$1,220

4 BR+

$1,290

Research median

$970/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

$12,720/yr

At $1,060/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, +9.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Angola, IN is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 27% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,408

Median income

$64,540

Median age

31.9

Renters

41.1%

Age distribution

19.4%

32.8%

22%

16%

Under 1819.4%

18–3432.8%

35–5422%

55–649.8%

65+16%

Gender

52.4%

47.6%

Male52.4%

Female47.6%

Race & ethnicity

88.9%

White88.9%

Black1.8%

Hispanic6.8%

Asian0.9%

Other1.6%

Education (25+)

12.6%

34.6%

25.8%

27%

No HS diploma12.6%

HS diploma34.6%

Some college25.8%

Bachelor's+27%

Housing tenure

58.9%

41.1%

Owner58.9%

Renter41.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Angola, IN has changed in 5 years

Income

$46,616 → $64,540

up 38.5%

Population

8,916 → 9,408

up 5.5%

Renter share

42.9% → 41.1%

-1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

27.6% → 27%

-0.6 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $46,616 in 2021 to $64,540 more recently. Census counts show Angola, IN adding about 492 residents over the five-year window, up 5.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 42.9% to 41.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Angola on your salary?

At $1,060/mo, how Angola rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 7.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Angola rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Angola, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Angola is $1,060/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $730/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,220/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($64,540/yr), Angola ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Angola an affordable city for renters?

Angola is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,060/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($64,540/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Angola falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Angola?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,060/mo in Angola. The local median household income is $64,540/yr, meaning the typical Angola household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Angola?

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

How does Angola rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Angola is one of the more affordable cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #52 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,060/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Angola?

Columbia City is nearby and more affordable at $1,035/mo, which is $25 less than Angola.

What percentage of Angola residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.1% of Angola households are renters, while 58.9% are owner-occupied. Angola leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.