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Evansville, IN

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Your new home along the Ohio River

River Museums Hip University

Nestled at the state line joining Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky is the quaintly charming and friendly town of Evansville, Indiana. Easily accessible from I-69 and adjacent to the Ohio River, Evansville is a community of cozy neighborhoods and serene living. This city is a picturesque nook with a small-town feel, perfect for those looking to reside in the comfort of traditional, family-friendly surroundings and inviting city character. Evansville is great spot for anyone looking to buy a home or rent an apartment. In fact, the town is a very popular location for millennials and retirees.

This riverside town is packed with amenities. Learn about Evansville’s rich history by visiting one of the many museums and historic sites in town. See over 100 cars and over 500 memorabilia at the Dream Car Museum or explore an ancient society at the Angel Mounds State Historic site. Have a memorable family day at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science; the Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden; or the Children’s Museum of Evansville.

Come home to a quaint atmosphere where a visit to the neighboring states is just a quick car ride away when you rent your next apartment in Evansville, Indiana.

Explore the City

Historic Evansville homes often feature detached garages and small lawns with paved entryways.

Bosse Field in Diamond-Stringtown is the third oldest baseball field still in use today.

West Side Nut Club Festival brings out live music acts for all to enjoy.

Rent Trends

As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Evansville, IN is $778 for a studio, $860 for one bedroom, $1,057 for two bedrooms, and $1,342 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Evansville has increased by 3.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$860/month
681 Sq Ft
House
$1,420/month
999 Sq Ft
Condo
$819/month
494 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,023/month
906 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Evansville, IN is 6.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Evansville is 27.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $778 - $1,342. You can expect to pay 5.3% less for groceries, 5.0% more for utilities, and 1.8% less for transportation.

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Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Oak Hill Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

547 Students

Cynthia Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

457 Students

Highland Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

839 Students

West Terrace Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

560 Students

Scott Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

528 Students

Thompkins Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

618 Students

Perry Heights Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

470 Students

North Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

929 Students

Plaza Park International Prep Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

650 Students

Helfrich Park Stem Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

517 Students

North High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,674 Students

Francis Joseph Reitz High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,280 Students

New Tech Institute

Public

Grades 9-12

275 Students

William Henry Harrison High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,158 Students

Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,090 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Howell Wetlands
  • Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve
  • Koch Family Children's Museum
  • Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden
  • Vann Pollack Park

Airports

  • Evansville Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.