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Rental Market Trends in Salem, IN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Salem, IN is $560/month.

Rent in Salem is 66% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$560/month

Average Rent

106 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3.9%

Change / Year

5

Available Apartments

Salem rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Salem average $521 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Salem average $560 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Salem average $770 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Salem average $802 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$521/month
530 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$560/month
106 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$770/month
281 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$802/month
0 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Salem, IN?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.9%, which averages out to $21 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Salem, IN

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Salem, IN
Percentage*
Rent Range
67% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Salem, IN?

Because the average rent in Salem is $560, you’ll want to make about $1,866 per month or $22,392 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Salem, IN

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    Avg Rent: $812/month

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    Avg Rent: $710/month

Apartment Communities in Salem We Think You'll Love

Mason Manor Apartments

Mason Manor Apartments

907 E Hackberry St,
Salem, IN 47167

1-2 Beds | $595 - $895

701-709 Etzler Dr

701-709 Etzler Dr

701-709 Etzler Dr,
Salem, IN 47167

2 Beds | $900

100 Central Ave

100 Central Ave

100 Central Ave,
Salem, IN 47167

3 Beds | $1,250

100 Central Ave

100 Central Ave

100 Central Ave,
Salem, IN 47167

3 Beds | $1,195

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Salem?

The average rent in Salem is $560 per month, which is 66.3% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Salem?

Rents in Salem, IN are decreasing, with prices down 3.9% year-over-year and $21 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Salem?

In Salem, IN, 67% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Indiana Salem Rental Trends

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 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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