Indianapolis city and rental quick facts

City quick factsRenter quick facts
Population782,414Pct. renter occupied41.34%
Males to females0.9303:1Avg. household size2.12
Avg. household income$40,051Families with kids under 1831.01%
Income above poverty57.06%Avg. age of rental structure40 yrs

Cities near Indianapolis

CityDistanceCityDistance
Beech Grove7.35 MilesPlainfield18.77 Miles
Nora14.17 MilesBrownsburg19.44 Miles
Cumberland14.54 MilesZionsville19.96 Miles
Greenwood15.16 MilesCarmel20.04 Miles
Camby15.37 MilesNew Palestine20.18 Miles
Avon17.01 MilesGuilford20.90 Miles
Buck Creek18.72 Miles  
Approximate driving distance from Indianapolis.

Finding an apartment for rent in Indianapolis

Moving to Indianapolis, Indiana but don't know where to start your apartment search? This Indianapolis apartment guide has information about the city and some tips on looking for apartments to rent in Indianapolis.

Weather in Indianapolis, Indiana

Renting an apartment in Indianapolis means you'll experience four significantly different seasons. Spring and fall are quite pleasant, averaging 65°F most days. Summer temperatures are higher, often reaching 90°F and exceeding 100°F at times. Winters are snowy and temperatures can drop below freezing. Overall, the weather is unpredictable and can vary greatly from day to day. Don't let that dissuade you, there are many great, affordable apartments for rent in Indianapolis.

Where to live in Indianapolis

Your Indianapolis apartment rental search should start with an understanding of the cultural districts of the city. Broad Ripple Village is the uptown area and is decorated with murals and public art. The Canal and White River State Park district hosts the city's best museums and celebrations. Fountain Square is southeast of downtown Indianapolis apartment rentals and has an artsy, retro feel. If you like the campus atmosphere and being near water Indiana Avenue may be the place to begin your Indianapolis apartment rental search. It is also known as the historic African-American center of the city. For a laid-back, open-minded community, Mass Avenue is an option. The Wholesale District is where you'll find concert and sports venues and great shopping. Best of all, Indianapolis boasts many affordable rentals, so finding an apartment in Indianapolis won't break you.

Job opportunities in Indianapolis, IN

To pay for your Indianapolis apartment rental, you can choose from a variety of careers. Many major companies have their headquarters in Indianapolis. Some examples include American United Life, Republic Airways, First Internet Bank of Indiana, and Finish Line, Inc. Other employers in Indianapolis are Rolls Royce, Sallie Mae, Clarion Health, and General Motors. Your commute will vary depending on where you rent an apartment in Indianapolis, but be sure to check out the public transportation system, which has over 5,000 stops and should be able to take you to your new Indianapolis apartment.

Indianapolis zip codes

  • 46201
  • 46202
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  • 46206
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  • 46280
  • 46282
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Indianapolis rental rates

BedroomsAvg. rentMin.Max.
Studio$448$298$787
1 Bdrm$578$344$1,420
2 Bdrm$866$424$5,696
3 Bdrm$889$560$2,024
4 Bdrm$930$641$1,586

Indianapolis crime rates

Indianapolis crime rates are about 72% greater than the U.S. national crime average.

Violent crimes1,234 / 100K
National average558 / 100K
Property crimes6,308 / 100K
National average3,814 / 100K
City crime index7,542 / 100K
National crime index4,372 / 100K

Indianapolis demographics

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Languages spoken in Indianapolis

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Indianapolis transportation

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