What is the average apartment size in Idaho?

The average size for an Idaho apartment is 933 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Idaho?

As of Sep / 2026, the average rent in Idaho is $1,720 per month, a 3.44% increase from last years average of $1,663.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Idaho?

In Idaho, studios rent for $1,374 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,503 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,683 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,125 per month

What is the average apartment size in Idaho?

The typical apartment in Idaho offers about 933 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Idaho?

Studio apartments in Idaho average 442 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 704 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 982 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,257 sq. ft.

Idaho Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Idaho?

The typical rent budget in Idaho ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 48% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Idaho?

In Idaho, 28% of households rent while 72% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 31, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Idaho is $1,720, a 3.44% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,663.

Studio Apartments at $1,374 offer the most budget-friendly option with 442 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 704 square feet for $1,503, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,683 offer 982 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,257 sq ft) for $2,125, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Idaho

Last updated: October 31, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,720	933 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,374	442 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,503	704 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,683	982 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,125	1,257 sq. ft.

Idaho rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Idaho?

The largest share of rentals in Idaho (48%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Idaho?

198,644 or 28% of the households in Idaho are renter-occupied while 514,361 or 72% are owner-occupied.

How Idaho Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,337	993 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,571	867 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,155	896 sq. ft.
California	$2,706	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,850	880 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,220	899 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,739	928 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,450	746 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,995	987 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,664	1,030 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,720	933 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,079	842 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,355	912 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,259	901 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,352	910 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,346	937 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,264	915 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,104	833 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,906	908 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,852	881 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,437	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,674	896 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,347	1,012 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,392	904 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,812	904 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,375	932 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,568	912 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,214	888 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,471	873 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,444	840 sq. ft.
New York	$2,721	878 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,576	981 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,237	975 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,364	903 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,090	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,751	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,834	891 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,243	918 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,658	1,019 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,220	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,556	955 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,453	894 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,678	937 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,016	925 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,055	831 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,665	927 sq. ft.

Popular Cities in Idaho

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Idaho apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.