Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
20%
Pendleton
Pendleton, IN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,222
Population
5,493
Renter Mix
23% Rent
Relish historic charm and modern delights in Central Indiana
Suburban
•
Affordable
•
Family-Friendly
•
Peaceful
•
Close-Knit
•
Historic
•
Convenient
•
Situated midway between Indianapolis and Muncie, Pendleton blends small-town charm with modern innovation by simultaneously embracing history and progress. The heart of Pendleton’s downtown area sits at the intersection of State Street and Pendleton Avenue, where rows of well-preserved historic buildings contain unique boutiques, specialty shops, and various eateries.
Pendleton fosters a strong sense of community through an array of special events, recreational programs, and civic organizations. Residents come together to enjoy the outdoors at Falls Park, Fall Creek Golf Club, and Alvin D. Brown Memorial Pool in Pendleton. Getting around from Pendleton is simple with access to I-69 and U.S. 36.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$83,148
Average: $96,931
Education
1,418
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,860
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Pendleton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
23%
Non-Renters
77%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pendleton, IN is $1,222 for one bedroom, $1,611 for two bedrooms, and $1,759 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pendleton has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,222/month
673 Sq Ft
House
$2,039/month
1,549 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pendleton, IN is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
840 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
783 Students
Public
Grades K-5
755 Students
Pendleton Heights Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
721 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,357 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Geist Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Indianapolis International
Top Apartments in Pendleton
Houses for Rent in Pendleton
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.