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Indiana

Pop. 14,212·156th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Indiana rents are up 33.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$976/mo
Year-over-Year
+33.0%
Month-over-Month
-7.0%
vs US Median
-$989
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Indiana · $976
More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $976/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$39,000/yr
Local median income
$40,857/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Indiana's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$720
1 BR
$800
2 BR
$910
3 BR
$1,230
4 BR+
$1,390
Research median
$910/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$11,712/yr
At $976/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 33.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+33.0% YoY, -7.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Indiana, PA is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 48.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,212
Median income
$40,857
Median age
23.4
Renters
55.3%
Age distribution
12.1%
52.4%
18.7%
Under 1812.1%
18–3452.4%
35–5418.7%
55–647.7%
65+9.2%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
87.9%
White87.9%
Black6%
Hispanic2.7%
Asian0.9%
Other2.6%
Education (25+)
24.6%
22.5%
48.9%
No HS diploma3.9%
HS diploma24.6%
Some college22.5%
Bachelor's+48.9%
Housing tenure
44.7%
55.3%
Owner44.7%
Renter55.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Indiana, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$34,724 → $40,857
up 17.7%
Population
13,573 → 14,212
up 4.7%
Renter share
57.8% → 55.3%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
52.6% → 48.9%
-3.7 pts
Median age
22 → 23.4
+1.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Indiana, PA now reports about $40,857, up from $34,724 in 2021. The population has grown by 4.7% since 2021, moving from about 13,573 residents to roughly 14,212. Renters now make up 55.3% of households, compared with 57.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 48.9% of adults here, versus 52.6% in 2021.

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Indiana rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Indiana, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Indiana is $976/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $910/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $800/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,230/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($40,857/yr), Indiana ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 33.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Indiana an affordable city for renters?

Indiana is considered affordable for renters. At $976/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($40,857/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Indiana falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Indiana?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $976/mo in Indiana. The local median household income is $40,857/yr, meaning the typical Indiana household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Indiana?

Rent in Indiana has increased 33.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Indiana rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Indiana is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #156 out of 167 tracked cities at $976/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Indiana?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Indiana ($976/mo): Vandergrift ($850/mo), Johnstown ($864/mo).

What percentage of Indiana residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.3% of Indiana households are renters, while 44.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Indiana has a strong rental market.

How does Indiana rent compare to the national average?

Indiana's median rent of $976/mo is $989 (50%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #156 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $976/mo, rent takes ~29% of Indiana's median household income ($40,857/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Indiana 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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