Kokomo

Cedar Crest is located 2 miles to the south east of downtown Kokomo, IN.
Cedar Crest is located 2 miles to the south east of downtown Kokomo, IN.
Downtown Kokomo is the home of America's first car, the 1894 Pioneer.
Kokomo's Wildcat Creek Golf Course has weekday leagues for residents to join in.

Kokomo, IN Area Guide

A city filled with automotive history

Charming Historic Parks Close-Knit

Living in Kokomo, IN, offers a delightful mix of affordability and community spirit. Residents enjoy numerous green spaces such as Highland Park and Foster Park, ideal for picnics, hiking, and outdoor gatherings. The city’s well-maintained public parks also serve as venues for community events and seasonal festivals.

Kokomo boasts a variety of rental homes, including cozy apartments and charming single-family houses. Indiana University Kokomo adds an educational and cultural element to the area, offering public lectures, art exhibitions, and performances. The annual Haynes Apperson Festival brings history enthusiasts together to celebrate the city's automotive legacy. In addition to these events, budget-friendly activities such as touring the local museums or exploring the scenic trails along Wildcat Creek offer plenty of entertainment. Living in Kokomo promises a fulfilling experience with abundant opportunities for recreation and engagement!

Explore the City

Downtown Kokomo is the home of America's first car, the 1894 Pioneer.

Kokomo's Wildcat Creek Golf Course has weekday leagues for residents to join in.

Cedar Crest is located 2 miles to the south east of downtown Kokomo, IN.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Kokomo, IN is $783 for a studio, $865 for one bedroom, $1,049 for two bedrooms, and $1,234 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kokomo has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$865/month
640 Sq Ft
House
$1,147/month
907 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Kokomo, IN is 16.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Kokomo is 43.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $783 - $1,234. You can expect to pay 1.1% less for groceries, 6.8% less for utilities, and 0.0% less for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Kokomo, IN is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

38 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

42 / 100

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

Wallace Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Boulevard Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Pettit Park School

Public

Grades PK-5

Northwestern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Central Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Maple Crest Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Bon Air Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Taylor Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

Northwestern Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Kokomo High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Taylor High School

Public

Grades 9-12

The Excel Center - Kokomo

Public

Grades 9-12

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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 February 2026.