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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Delphi, IN is $1,065. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Delphi cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Delphi is among the more affordable cities in Indiana, ranking #51 out of 65 cities at $1,065/mo.

When was Delphi rent data last updated?

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

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Delphi

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Pop. 2,927·51st most expensive in Indiana·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,065/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-24.2%

vs US Median

-$900

Falling (Monthly)

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Delphi · $1,065

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

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,065/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$43,000/yr

Local median income

$59,972/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$720

1 BR

$820

2 BR

$970

3 BR

$1,230

4 BR+

$1,450

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

$12,780/yr

At $1,065/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, -24.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Delphi, IN is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,927

Median income

$59,972

Median age

Renters

33.9%

Age distribution

28.3%

17%

23.5%

12.8%

18.5%

Under 1828.3%

18–3417%

35–5423.5%

55–6412.8%

65+18.5%

Gender

45%

55%

Male45%

Female55%

Race & ethnicity

83.8%

14.1%

White83.8%

Hispanic14.1%

Asian0.7%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

51%

24.2%

13.2%

No HS diploma11.6%

HS diploma51%

Some college24.2%

Bachelor's+13.2%

Housing tenure

66.1%

33.9%

Owner66.1%

Renter33.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Delphi, IN has changed in 5 years

Income

$51,263 → $59,972

up 17.0%

Population

3,042 → 2,927

down 3.8%

Renter share

35.5% → 33.9%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

9.9% → 13.2%

+3.3 pts

Median age

38 → 37

-1.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Delphi, IN now reports about $59,972, up from $51,263 in 2021. The population has contracted by 3.8% since 2021, moving from about 3,042 residents to roughly 2,927. Renters now make up 33.9% of households, compared with 35.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 13.2% of adults here, versus 9.9% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Delphi on your salary?

At $1,065/mo, how Delphi rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 7.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Delphi rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Delphi, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Delphi is $1,065/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,230/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($59,972/yr), Delphi ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Delphi an affordable city for renters?

Delphi is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,065/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($59,972/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Delphi falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Delphi?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $43,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,065/mo in Delphi. The local median household income is $59,972/yr, meaning the typical Delphi household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Delphi?

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

How does Delphi rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Delphi is one of the more affordable cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #51 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,065/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Delphi?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Delphi ($1,065/mo): Frankfort ($763/mo), Logansport ($995/mo), Kokomo ($1,009/mo).

What percentage of Delphi residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.9% of Delphi households are renters, while 66.1% are owner-occupied. Delphi leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.