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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Zionsville, IN is $1,825. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Zionsville cheaper than other Indiana cities?

Zionsville is one of the pricier cities in Indiana, ranking #13 out of 65 cities tracked at $1,825/mo.

When was Zionsville rent data last updated?

Zionsville 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

Zionsville

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Pop. 32,095·13th most expensive in Indiana·Rental market data updated monthly for Zionsville, IN

Median rent (all units)

$1,825/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.2%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

-$140

Stable (Monthly)

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Zionsville · $1,825

More affordable than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,825/mo

Expected by trend

$1,846/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,390

1 BR

$1,600

2 BR

$1,870

3 BR

$2,430

4 BR+

$2,960

Research median

$1,870/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

$21,900/yr

At $1,825/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.2% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.2% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Zionsville, IN is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 72.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

32,095

Median income

$172,024

Median age

42.1

Renters

15.8%

Age distribution

25.9%

13.1%

32.3%

13.8%

15%

Under 1825.9%

18–3413.1%

35–5432.3%

55–6413.8%

65+15%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

86.2%

White86.2%

Black4.7%

Hispanic3.4%

Asian4.3%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

15.3%

72.4%

No HS diploma1.1%

HS diploma11.2%

Some college15.3%

Bachelor's+72.4%

Housing tenure

84.2%

15.8%

Owner84.2%

Renter15.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Zionsville, IN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,544 → $1,825

up 18.2%

Income

$141,546 → $172,024

up 21.5%

Population

30,258 → 32,095

up 6.1%

Renter share

15.7% → 15.8%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

69.2% → 72.4%

+3.2 pts

Median age

41.3 → 42.1

+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Zionsville, IN paid around $1,544 a month. That figure now sits near $1,825, up 18.2% from the 2022 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $141,546 to $172,024 across the same window, up 21.5% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Zionsville, IN adding about 1,837 residents over the five-year window, up 6.1% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 69.2% to 72.4% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Zionsville, IN look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Zionsville on your salary?

At $1,825/mo, how Zionsville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 42% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Zionsville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Zionsville, IN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Zionsville is $1,825/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,390/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,870/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,430/mo.

At 13% of local median household income ($172,024/yr), Zionsville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Zionsville an affordable city for renters?

Zionsville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,825/mo, rent takes approximately 13% of the local median household income ($172,024/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Zionsville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Zionsville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,825/mo in Zionsville. The local median household income is $172,024/yr, meaning the typical Zionsville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Zionsville?

Rent in Zionsville has increased 4.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Zionsville rent compare to other cities in Indiana?

Zionsville is one of the pricier cities in Indiana for rent, ranking #13 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,825/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Zionsville?

Sheridan is nearby and more affordable at $1,525/mo, which is $300 less than Zionsville.

What percentage of Zionsville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.8% of Zionsville households are renters, while 84.2% are owner-occupied. Zionsville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Zionsville rent compare to the national average?

Zionsville's median rent of $1,825/mo is $140 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Indiana, it ranks #13 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

13%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,825/mo, rent takes ~13% of Zionsville's median household income ($172,024/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Zionsville 13%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.05%

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