1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Highland, IN
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Highland, Indiana as of July 2026. That's +27% lower than the citywide median of $1,557 and +18% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Highland
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Highland
Compare Highland's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Indiana
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frankfort | $604 |
| 2 | La Porte | $689 |
| 3 | Richmond | $720 |
| 4 | New Castle | $730 |
| 5 | Angola | $740 |
| 6 | Marion | $740 |
| 7 | Crawfordsville | $754 |
| 8 | East Chicago | $770 |
| 9 | Logansport | $780 |
| 10 | Kokomo | $790 |
| 11 | Muncie | $800 |
| 12 | Fortville | $801 |
| 13 | Terre Haute | $810 |
| 14 | Delphi | $820 |
| 15 | Evansville | $835 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Indiana
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zionsville | $1,600 |
| 2 | Whitestown | $1,530 |
| 3 | Carmel | $1,527 |
| 4 | McCordsville | $1,390 |
| 5 | Lawrence | $1,385 |
| 6 | Avon | $1,370 |
| 7 | Westfield | $1,350 |
| 8 | Fishers | $1,343 |
| 9 | Granger | $1,310 |
| 10 | Brownsburg | $1,290 |
| 11 | Noblesville | $1,210 |
| 12 | Sellersburg | $1,200 |
| 13 | Munster | $1,190 |
| 14 | Merrillville | $1,190 |
| 15 | Plainfield | $1,180 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Highland.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Highland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munster, IN | 3.2 mi | $1,190 | +$50 (+4%) |
| Lansing, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,360 | +$220 (+19%) |
| East Chicago, IN | 6.9 mi | $770 | $-370 (-32%) |
| Gary, IN | 7.1 mi | $963 | $-177 (-16%) |
| Calumet City, IL | 8 mi | $1,270 | +$130 (+11%) |
| Merrillville, IN | 9.7 mi | $1,190 | +$50 (+4%) |
| Dolton, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,710 | +$570 (+50%) |
| Crown Point, IN | 13.4 mi | $1,140 | — |
| Lake Station, IN | 13.6 mi | $1,020 | $-120 (-11%) |
| Riverdale, IL | 14.1 mi | $1,280 | +$140 (+12%) |
| Homewood, IL | 14.3 mi | $1,510 | +$370 (+32%) |
| Hobart, IN | 14.8 mi | $1,000 | $-140 (-12%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Highland — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Highland?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Highland, Indiana is $1,140 per month. This is +27% below the citywide median of $1,557.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Highland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $45,600 ($3,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Highland expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Highland's 1-bedroom median of $1,140 is +18% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 31th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Highland rank for 1-bedroom rent in Indiana?
Among the 65 cities in Indiana with 1-bedroom data, Highland ranks #47 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Highland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include East Chicago ($770), Gary ($963), Lake Station ($1,020).