Rental GuideWaterloo, IA

Waterloo rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$830

Year Over Year Change

-31%

$409

Rentals available, last 30 days

166

Rent ranges for Waterloo apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

59%

$0 - $750

37%

59%

37%

How has rent in Waterloo, IA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Waterloo, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $830, which is a 31.18% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Waterloo, IA is about $650. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Waterloo, IA is $850, and studios are about $950 per month.

See more Waterloo, IA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Waterloo, IA?

schools

10,645

students

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Who lives in Waterloo, IA?

Gender

50% Male

50% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

22%

35-44

11%

45-64

24%

65+

16%

Language

English

87%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

11%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

26%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Waterloo, IA?

Families

44% Families

56% Single

Property

40% Renters

60% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

25%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

19%

75-100k

11%

100-150k

10%

150k+

How do residents get around Waterloo, IA?

Waterloo locals spend about 16 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Waterloo is through Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, 170.10 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

7/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

8/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10

Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Scores for Waterloo are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Waterloo, IA?

The overall cost of living in Waterloo, IA is 14% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Waterloo you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.20 per carton, and milk $4.65. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $153 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.