Average Rent in Indio, CA
What is the average rent in Indio, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Indio, CA is $1,905 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 39 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 15, 2026 through October 21, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 39 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Indio, CAAvg Rent
$1,905/mo
median $1,950
market average
Cheapest
$1,115/mo
Cielo Vista Apartments
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
39
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Indio, CA Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Cielo Vista Apartments
81820 Shadow Palm Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Indio Gardens Apartments
82490 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Watercrest at the Polo Fields
46745 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Monte Azul
82165 Dr Carreon Blvd, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Vintage Palms Apartments
82435 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cielo Vista Apartments 81820 Shadow Palm Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA | $1,115 | $1,224 | $1.59/ft² | 3.5 (43) | 2 |
| 2 | Indio Gardens Apartments 82490 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA | $1,641 | $1,641 | $2.64/ft² | 5 (6) | 3 |
| 3 | Watercrest at the Polo Fields 46745 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, USA | $1,820 | $1,873 | $1.99/ft² | 3.2 (146) | 11 |
| 4 | Monte Azul 82165 Dr Carreon Blvd, Indio, CA 92201, USA | $1,850 | $2,014 | $2.49/ft² | 3.4 (113) | 23 |
| 5 | Vintage Palms Apartments 82435 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA | -- | -- | -- | 3.6 (19) | 0 |
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Cielo Vista Apartments
3.5 (43)81820 Shadow Palm Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Indio Gardens Apartments
5 (6)82490 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Watercrest at the Polo Fields
3.2 (146)46745 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Monte Azul
3.4 (113)82165 Dr Carreon Blvd, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Vintage Palms Apartments
3.6 (19)82435 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201, USA
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Indio, CA neighborhoods
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Indio, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Indio, CA is $1,905 per month, based on 39 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,115 at Cielo Vista Apartments to $2,150 at Monte Azul.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,847/mo | $1,115/mo | 20 |
| 2 Bed | $1,966/mo | $1,333/mo | 19 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Indio, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Indio, CA averages $1,847/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,966/mo. At the local median household income of $78,709, that works out to 29% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Indio, CA at $1,392/mo. The current tracked market average runs 37% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Indio, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Indio, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$76,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,905/mo.
Comfortable income
$91,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,115/mo), you need to earn at least $45,000/year.
Median household income in Indio, CA is $78,709 , about 14% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Indio, CA
Overall prices in Indio, CA runs above the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 107.3, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Indio, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,905 |
| Utilities | $567 |
| Groceries | $551 |
| Transportation | $1,353 |
| Healthcare | $660 |
| Other goods and services | $1,056 |
| Estimated total | $6,091/mo |
Population
90,669
Median household income
$78,709
Census median rent
$1,392/mo
Census rent burden
32.4%
Median age
38.2
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Indio, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Indio, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,120 | +64% | +9% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,406 | +79% | +2.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,866 | +50% | +2.2% | 33 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,578 | +35% | +31.1% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,282 | +177% | +2.7% | 32 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,395 | +26% | -0.7% | 26 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Indio, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Indio, CA is $1,905 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 39 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Indio, CA?
The median asking rent in Indio, CA is $1,950 per month, computed from 39 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,905/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Indio, CA?
The lowest available rent in Indio, CA starts at $1,115 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Indio, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Indio, CA average $1,847/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,115/mo across 20 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Indio, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Indio, CA average $1,966/mo. Units start from $1,333/mo across 19 units currently listed.
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