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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Brownsburg, IN is $2,006. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Brownsburg cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Brownsburg is one of the pricier cities in Indiana, ranking #5 out of 65 cities tracked at $2,006/mo.

When was Brownsburg rent data last updated?

Brownsburg 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

Brownsburg

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Pop. 31,215·5th most expensive in Indiana·Brownsburg rents are up 10.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,006/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.3%

Month-over-Month

+0.6%

vs US Median

+$41

Rising (Monthly)

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Brownsburg · $2,006

More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

53/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Brownsburg's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,006/mo

Expected by trend

$2,031/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Brownsburg's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,120

1 BR

$1,290

2 BR

$1,510

3 BR

$1,960

4 BR+

$2,390

Research median

$1,510/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

$24,072/yr

At $2,006/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.3% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Brownsburg, IN is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

31,215

Median income

$102,235

Median age

36.1

Renters

24.9%

Age distribution

27.3%

20.7%

27.7%

12.9%

Under 1827.3%

18–3420.7%

35–5427.7%

55–6411.3%

65+12.9%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

78.6%

12.9%

White78.6%

Black12.9%

Hispanic5.4%

Asian1.1%

Other2%

Education (25+)

21.3%

27%

46.8%

No HS diploma4.9%

HS diploma21.3%

Some college27%

Bachelor's+46.8%

Housing tenure

75.1%

24.9%

Owner75.1%

Renter24.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Brownsburg, IN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,632 → $2,006

up 22.9%

Income

$93,147 → $102,235

up 9.8%

Population

28,420 → 31,215

up 9.8%

Renter share

26.1% → 24.9%

-1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

47.5% → 46.8%

-0.7 pts

Median age

35.4 → 36.1

+0.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Brownsburg, IN paid around $1,632 a month. That figure now sits near $2,006, up 22.9% from the 2022 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $93,147 in 2021 to $102,235 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Brownsburg, IN adding about 2,795 residents over the five-year window, up 9.8% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Brownsburg, IN market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Brownsburg on your salary?

At $2,006/mo, how Brownsburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 46.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 37.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Brownsburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Brownsburg, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brownsburg is $2,006/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,290/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,960/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($102,235/yr), Brownsburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brownsburg an affordable city for renters?

Brownsburg is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,006/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($102,235/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brownsburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Brownsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,006/mo in Brownsburg. The local median household income is $102,235/yr, meaning the typical Brownsburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brownsburg?

Rent in Brownsburg has increased 10.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Brownsburg rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Brownsburg is one of the pricier cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #5 out of 65 tracked cities at $2,006/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Brownsburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Brownsburg ($2,006/mo): Speedway ($1,645/mo), Plainfield ($1,774/mo), Zionsville ($1,825/mo).

What percentage of Brownsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.9% of Brownsburg households are renters, while 75.1% are owner-occupied. Brownsburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brownsburg rent compare to the national average?

Brownsburg's median rent of $2,006/mo is $41 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Indiana, it ranks #5 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,006/mo, rent takes ~24% of Brownsburg's median household income ($102,235/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Brownsburg 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.05%

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