Last updated on October 29, 2026

Average rent in
Idaho Falls, ID

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Idaho Falls rent stands today

    Idaho Falls, ID rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,295/month. Month to month rent edged down 0.8%.

  • Idaho Falls is 31.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a lower-cost option for renters compared to many other metros.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios rent for $598/month, 1-bedrooms for $750/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,100/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,498/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,495/month.

Median rent

Median rent in Idaho Falls

$1,295/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Idaho Falls is $1,295 per month as of October 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $605 less per month.

$1.08

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Idaho Falls

181

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Idaho Falls rentals at each price point

55%41%28%14%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Idaho Falls, ID

Average rent prices in Idaho Falls have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Idaho Falls, ID

Rent prices in Idaho Falls vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Idaho Falls is $995, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Idaho Falls run $725 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $995.

Listings

Studio

$597

8%

No Change

1 bedroom

$750

6%

6%

2 bedroom

$1,100

No Change

No Change

3 bedroom

$1,497

3%

4%

4 bedroom

$2,495

5%

19%

Studio

Average rent

$597

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

No Change

1 bedroom

Average rent

$750

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

6%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,100

Last year

No Change

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,497

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

4%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,495

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

19%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Idaho Falls, ID, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Idaho Falls, ID compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Idaho Falls and Ammon by all bedroom counts and property types.

Idaho Falls

Median rent price$1,295
decreased by32%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,624
decreased by14%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Idaho Falls, ID is 20% lower than the median rent in Ammon, ID.

Cost of living in Idaho Falls, ID

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services10% lower
Groceries5% lower
Health4% higher
Housing41% lower
Transportation2% higher
Utilities17% lower

Discover rentals in Idaho Falls, ID

138 7th St ##Unit - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Idaho Falls

138 7th St ##Unit, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

1 bed

1 bath

$500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3372 E Iona Rd #1 - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

Apartment for rent in Idaho Falls

3 beds

1 bath

$725

Price dropped $70Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
575 Tiger Ave #26 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Idaho Falls

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Price dropped $45Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
159 S Water Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Idaho Falls

2 beds

1 bath

$800

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Frequently asked questions for Idaho Falls, ID

Quick answers to common questions about the Idaho Falls rental market.

How much is rent in Idaho Falls?

The average rent in Idaho Falls is $1,295 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Idaho Falls?

Average rent prices in Idaho Falls have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Idaho Falls rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Idaho Falls is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $605 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Idaho Falls?

To comfortably afford rent in Idaho Falls, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Idaho Falls?

September offers the best rental deals in Idaho Falls, with prices typically about 10% lower than the peak season in November. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters throughout the year.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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