Average Rent in Sioux City, IA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City, IA is $893/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 11 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +12.8% year over year. Rents range from $770 to $1,000.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$893/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 11 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +12.8%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City, IA is $893/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 11 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 12.8% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City is 25% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Sioux City, IA ranges from $770 to $1,000 across 11 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Sioux City, IA is approximately 12.8% for 2026. An increase above 12.8% 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 Sioux City, IA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City, IA is $893/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 11 ZIP codes. Rents range from $770 to $1,000 depending on neighborhood — a $230/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $35,720/year.
Is rent going up in Sioux City?
Rents in Sioux City have increased 12.8% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Sioux City.
What is a fair rent increase in Sioux City?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 12.8% is in line with the Sioux City 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 Sioux City?
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 Sioux City typically rents for $766 – $827.
Rents above $951 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Sioux City typically rents for $893 – $964.
Rents above $1,109 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Sioux City typically rents for $1,105 – $1,193.
Rents above $1,372 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Sioux City typically rents for $1,345 – $1,453.
Rents above $1,671 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Sioux City typically rents for $1,477 – $1,595.
Rents above $1,834 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Sioux City
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$766
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$893
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,105
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,345
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,477
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Sioux City
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
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Questions about rent in Sioux City
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City, IA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Sioux City, IA is $893/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 11 ZIP codes in the city. This is 25% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $770 to $1,000 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Sioux City?
A rent increase up to about 12.8% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Sioux City. 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 $893/month.
Are rents going up or down in Sioux City?
Rents in Sioux City have increased 12.8% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 11 ZIP codes in the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD MSA area.
How much do rents vary across Sioux City?
1-bedroom rents across Sioux City range from $770 to $1,000 on this page, a $230/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 Sioux City?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Sioux City. 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 Sioux City?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Sioux City at $893/month, a household would need approximately $35,720/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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