How much does it cost to rent in Elizabethtown, KY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Elizabethtown, KY is $1,327. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Elizabethtown cheaper than other Kentucky cities?

Elizabethtown falls in the middle range for Kentucky, ranking #22 out of 39 cities at $1,327/mo.

When was Elizabethtown rent data last updated?

Elizabethtown 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 · KY

Elizabethtown

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Pop. 32,576·22nd most expensive in Kentucky·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,327/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.8%

Month-over-Month

-3.4%

vs US Median

-$638

Falling (Monthly)

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Elizabethtown · $1,327

More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,327/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$53,000/yr

Local median income

$60,760/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$910

1 BR

$910

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,600

4 BR+

$1,910

Research median

$1,140/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

$15,924/yr

At $1,327/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.8% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Elizabethtown, KY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

32,576

Median income

$60,760

Median age

35.7

Renters

50.7%

Age distribution

25.3%

23.2%

25.3%

14.9%

Under 1825.3%

18–3423.2%

35–5425.3%

55–6411.2%

65+14.9%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

75.4%

White75.4%

Black11.5%

Hispanic5.6%

Asian3.1%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

27.7%

38.1%

28.3%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma27.7%

Some college38.1%

Bachelor's+28.3%

Housing tenure

49.3%

50.7%

Owner49.3%

Renter50.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Elizabethtown, KY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,259 → $1,327

up 5.4%

Income

$51,875 → $60,760

up 17.1%

Population

31,066 → 32,576

up 4.9%

Renter share

52.9% → 50.7%

-2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

26.9% → 28.3%

+1.4 pts

Median age

36.5 → 35.7

-0.8 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Elizabethtown, KY has climbed from $1,259 to $1,327, a 5.4% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $51,875 in 2021 to $60,760 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 4.9% since 2021, moving from about 31,066 residents to roughly 32,576. Renters now make up 50.7% of households, compared with 52.9% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Elizabethtown, KY market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Elizabethtown on your salary?

At $1,327/mo, how Elizabethtown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 10.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Elizabethtown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Elizabethtown, KY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Elizabethtown is $1,327/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,600/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($60,760/yr), Elizabethtown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Elizabethtown an affordable city for renters?

Elizabethtown is considered affordable for renters. At $1,327/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($60,760/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Elizabethtown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Elizabethtown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,327/mo in Elizabethtown. The local median household income is $60,760/yr, meaning the typical Elizabethtown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Elizabethtown?

Rent in Elizabethtown has increased 1.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Elizabethtown rent compare to other cities in Kentucky?

Elizabethtown is middle-of-the-pack for Kentucky for rent, ranking #22 out of 39 tracked cities at $1,327/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Elizabethtown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Elizabethtown ($1,327/mo): Radcliff ($1,055/mo), Bardstown ($1,075/mo).

What percentage of Elizabethtown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.7% of Elizabethtown households are renters, while 49.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Elizabethtown has a strong rental market.

How does Elizabethtown rent compare to the national average?

Elizabethtown's median rent of $1,327/mo is $638 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kentucky, it ranks #22 out of 39 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,327/mo, rent takes ~26% of Elizabethtown's median household income ($60,760/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Elizabethtown 26%Benchmark 30%

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