Average Rent in Earling, IA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Earling, IA is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 3 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +9.2% year over year. Rents range from $840 to $870.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$850/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 3 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +9.2%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Earling, IA is $850/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 3 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 9.2% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Earling is 29% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Earling, IA ranges from $840 to $870 across 3 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Earling, IA is approximately 9.2% for 2026. An increase above 9.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Earling, IA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Earling, IA is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 3 ZIP codes. Rents across Earling are relatively uniform, clustering around $850/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $34,000/year.
Is rent going up in Earling?
Rents in Earling have increased 9.2% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Earling.
What is a fair rent increase in Earling?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 9.2% is in line with the Earling market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Earling?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Earling typically rents for $727 – $843.
Rents above $969 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Earling typically rents for $850 – $968.
Rents above $1,113 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Earling typically rents for $960 – $1,101.
Rents above $1,266 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Earling typically rents for $1,310 – $1,499.
Rents above $1,724 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Earling typically rents for $1,400 – $1,603.
Rents above $1,843 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Earling
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$727
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$850
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$960
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,310
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,400
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Earling
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
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Questions about rent in Earling
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Earling, IA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Earling, IA is $850/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 3 ZIP codes in the city. This is 29% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $840 to $870 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Earling?
A rent increase up to about 9.2% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Earling. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $850/month.
Are rents going up or down in Earling?
Rents in Earling have increased 9.2% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 3 ZIP codes in the Shelby County, IA area.
How much do rents vary across Earling?
1-bedroom rents across Earling range from $840 to $870 on this page, a $30/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Earling?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Earling. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Earling?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Earling at $850/month, a household would need approximately $34,000/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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