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Average Rent in Cassia County, ID↑ Rents rising 0.9% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in ID

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 25,165

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Cassia County, ID has rental prices ranging from $712/month to $1,538/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $716/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $67,042/year, spending $716/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Cassia County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Cassia County ranks #40 most expensive of the 43 cities tracked in Idaho — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Cassia County Rental Market

The Cassia County, ID area has a population of about 25,165 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Cassia County, ID have risen by $8/month (0.9%) over the past year, from $925 to $933. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Cassia County, ID without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,640. The local median household income of $67,042 exceeds that threshold by $38,402, making Cassia County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Cassia County, ID has an unemployment rate of 3.6%, 0.3 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$712
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$716
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$933
↑0.9% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,307
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,538
Affordable
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Is Cassia County, ID Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,320/year
Local median income: $67,042
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $933/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in IDlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Boise City$1,300$1,534$1,838$2,575—
Coeur d'Alene$1,001$1,226$1,460$2,046—
Idaho Falls$1,035$1,087$1,311$1,837—
Logan$914$920$1,169$1,638—
Twin Falls County$522$608$801$1,102—
Twin Falls County$881$979$1,285$1,801—

Rent or Buy in Cassia County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Cassia County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$933/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $933/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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