How much does it cost to rent in Crown Point, IN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Crown Point, IN is $1,795. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Crown Point cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Crown Point is one of the pricier cities in Indiana, ranking #15 out of 65 cities tracked at $1,795/mo.

When was Crown Point rent data last updated?

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

Is Crown Point a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Crown Point is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 1.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Crown Point

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Pop. 34,393·15th most expensive in Indiana·Rental market data updated monthly for Crown Point, IN

Median rent (all units)

$1,795/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.5%

Month-over-Month

-3.8%

vs US Median

-$170

Falling (Monthly)

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Crown Point · $1,795

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,795/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$72,000/yr

Local median income

$101,686/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$990

1 BR

$1,140

2 BR

$1,380

3 BR

$1,700

4 BR+

$1,830

Research median

$1,380/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

$21,540/yr

At $1,795/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.5% YoY, -3.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Crown Point, IN is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,393

Median income

$101,686

Median age

39.8

Renters

14.5%

Age distribution

23.8%

19.7%

25.3%

12.9%

18.3%

Under 1823.8%

18–3419.7%

35–5425.3%

55–6412.9%

65+18.3%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

77.6%

White77.6%

Black8%

Hispanic10.6%

Asian2.4%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

30.9%

28.4%

34.6%

No HS diploma6.1%

HS diploma30.9%

Some college28.4%

Bachelor's+34.6%

Housing tenure

85.5%

14.5%

Owner85.5%

Renter14.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Crown Point, IN has changed in 5 years

Income

$87,500 → $101,686

up 16.2%

Population

33,518 → 34,393

up 2.6%

Renter share

13.2% → 14.5%

+1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

33.5% → 34.6%

+1.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Crown Point, IN now reports about $101,686, up from $87,500 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 33,518 to 34,393 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.6% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Crown Point on your salary?

At $1,795/mo, how Crown Point rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Crown Point rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Crown Point

About renting in Crown Point, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Crown Point is $1,795/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,700/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($101,686/yr), Crown Point ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Crown Point an affordable city for renters?

Crown Point is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,795/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($101,686/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Crown Point falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Crown Point?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,795/mo in Crown Point. The local median household income is $101,686/yr, meaning the typical Crown Point household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Crown Point?

Rent in Crown Point has increased 1.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Crown Point rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Crown Point is one of the pricier cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #15 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,795/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Crown Point?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Crown Point ($1,795/mo): Gary ($1,366/mo), Hobart ($1,376/mo), Merrillville ($1,550/mo).

What percentage of Crown Point residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.5% of Crown Point households are renters, while 85.5% are owner-occupied. Crown Point leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Crown Point rent compare to the national average?

Crown Point's median rent of $1,795/mo is $170 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Indiana, it ranks #15 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,795/mo, rent takes ~21% of Crown Point's median household income ($101,686/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Crown Point 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.05%

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