Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in West Lafayette city, Indiana?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in West Lafayette city, Indiana is $1,225/month (±$65), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $350,000 (±$11,702), and the median household income is $34,891/year. The unemployment rate in Tippecanoe County, Indiana was 2.4% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for West Lafayette city, Indiana
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,225 |
| Median Home Value | $350,000 |
| Median Household Income | $34,891 |
| Total Housing Units | 15,062 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 10,638 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 71% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 4,704 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 2.4% |
How does West Lafayette city, Indiana compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Indiana.
Higher rent than 90% of cities in Indiana · 56th of 551
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cloverland CDP | $3,501 |
| 2 | Aberdeen CDP | $2,109 |
| 3 | Whitestown town | $1,842 |
| … 52 more … | ||
| 56 | West Lafayette city(you are here) | $1,225 |
| … 492 more … | ||
| 549 | Spring Grove town | $437 |
| 550 | Camden town | $392 |
| 551 | Shoals town | $383 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in West Lafayette city, Indiana?
The median gross rent in West Lafayette city, Indiana is $1,225/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in West Lafayette city, Indiana?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in West Lafayette city, Indiana is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in West Lafayette city, Indiana?
The median home value in West Lafayette city, Indiana is $350,000 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in West Lafayette city are rent-burdened?
In West Lafayette city, Indiana, 4,704 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in West Lafayette city, Indiana?
The median household income in West Lafayette city, Indiana is $34,891/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,225 has a margin of error of ±$65. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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