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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Munster, IN is $1,922. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Munster cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Munster is one of the pricier cities in Indiana, ranking #7 out of 65 cities tracked at $1,922/mo.

When was Munster rent data last updated?

Munster 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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Munster

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Pop. 23,733·7th most expensive in Indiana·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$1,922/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-12.2%

vs US Median

-$43

Falling (Monthly)

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Munster · $1,922

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

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

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At $1,922/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$77,000/yr

Local median income

$110,187/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,040

1 BR

$1,190

2 BR

$1,450

3 BR

$1,790

4 BR+

$1,920

Research median

$1,450/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

$23,064/yr

At $1,922/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, -12.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Munster, IN is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,733

Median income

$110,187

Median age

Renters

13%

Age distribution

19.5%

17.6%

27.1%

15%

20.7%

Under 1819.5%

18–3417.6%

35–5427.1%

55–6415%

65+20.7%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

72.2%

14.5%

White72.2%

Black7.4%

Hispanic14.5%

Asian6.3%

Education (25+)

22.3%

23.6%

49.9%

No HS diploma4.2%

HS diploma22.3%

Some college23.6%

Bachelor's+49.9%

Housing tenure

87%

13%

Owner87%

Renter13%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Munster, IN has changed in 5 years

Income

$96,938 → $110,187

up 13.7%

Population

23,717 → 23,733

up 0.1%

Renter share

13.6% → 13%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

45.9% → 49.9%

+4.0 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Munster, IN now reports about $110,187, up from $96,938 in 2021. College-educated residents now make up 49.9% of adults here, versus 45.9% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Munster on your salary?

At $1,922/mo, how Munster rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 37.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 44.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Munster rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Munster

About renting in Munster, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Munster is $1,922/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,040/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,450/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,790/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($110,187/yr), Munster ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Munster an affordable city for renters?

Munster is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,922/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($110,187/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Munster falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Munster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,922/mo in Munster. The local median household income is $110,187/yr, meaning the typical Munster household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Munster?

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

How does Munster rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Munster is one of the pricier cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #7 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,922/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Munster?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Munster ($1,922/mo): Hammond ($1,479/mo), Highland ($1,557/mo), Calumet City ($1,629/mo).

What percentage of Munster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13% of Munster households are renters, while 87% are owner-occupied. Munster leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.