Median Age
26 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 43% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
8%
West Lafayette, IN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,472
Population
42,206
Renter Mix
70% Rent
Where small-town charm and big-city amenities collide
College Town
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Diverse
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Energetic
Welcome to West Lafayette, home to Purdue University and a community that perfectly balances academic energy with suburban comfort. The city offers diverse rental options throughout its neighborhoods, including New Chauncey and Hills and Dales, with convenient housing near the Purdue campus. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,411 per month, with larger units available for various living arrangements. The Wabash Landing district serves as a central hub, offering shopping and entertainment along the Wabash River.
The Celery Bog Nature Area provides walking trails and opportunities to observe local wildlife in a peaceful setting. West Lafayette's educational foundation centers on its exceptional public schools and Purdue University, which shapes much of the local culture. Architecture enthusiasts can explore the John E. Christian House (Samara), a significant Frank Lloyd Wright-designed residence. Community events throughout the year include the traditional Purdue Grand Prix and seasonal festivals that showcase local culture.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$29,597
Average: $61,864
Education
18,533
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,098
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
West Lafayette has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
70%
Non-Renters
30%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in West Lafayette, IN is $1,494 for a studio, $1,470 for one bedroom, $1,619 for two bedrooms, and $2,137 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Lafayette has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,470/month
674 Sq Ft
House
$2,052/month
1,566 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,863/month
1,649 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Lafayette, IN is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
West Lafayette Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
691 Students
Public
Grades K-5
905 Students
West Lafayette Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
568 Students
Burnett Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
778 Students
West Lafayette Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,112 Students
West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,116 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
712 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
448 Students
William Henry Harrison High School
Public
Grades 9-12
2,136 Students
West Lafayette Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,112 Students
West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,116 Students
School data provided by
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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.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lilly Nature Center
- Purdue University Horticulture Gardens
- Imagination Station
- Columbian Park Zoo
- Prophetstown State Park
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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 June 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.