DeKalb County, Indiana Housing Market
In DeKalb County, Indiana, the median home value is $194,100, with a median monthly rent of $861. This places DeKalb County at #1464 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #40 within Indiana.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,281
- Establishments: 1,079
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 96
- Multi-family: 18
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 18,584 (avg $75,010)
- Outflow: 17,746 (avg $75,900)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 8 active ZIP codes in DeKalb County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46705 | 228.4 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 46747 | 273.5 | +5.37% | 2025 |
| 3 | 46793 | 215.2 | +8.78% | 2025 |
| 4 | 46742 | 283.8 | +10.42% | 2025 |
| 5 | 46721 | 250.9 | +10.18% | 2025 |
| 6 | 46755 | 208.0 | +4.88% | 2025 |
| 7 | 46738 | 198.6 | -8.79% | 2025 |
| 8 | 46710 | 220.7 | +1.82% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | DeKalb County | Indiana Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $194,100 | $191,898 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $861 | $910 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 82.1% | 76.3% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.8 | 17.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in DeKalb County is 1.1% above the Indiana state average and 14.8% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $861/month is 5.4% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.8, the buy-vs-rent decision in DeKalb County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
DeKalb County has an owner-occupancy rate of 82.1%, compared to 76.3% in Indiana and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawano County | Wisconsin | $194,000 | $821 |
| Garland County | Arkansas | $194,300 | $966 |
| Muscogee County | Georgia | $193,900 | $1,106 |
| Iowa County | Iowa | $193,900 | $686 |
| Lafourche Parish | Louisiana | $193,900 | $928 |
Other Counties in Indiana
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County | $194,600 | $890 | 71.8% |
| St. Joseph County | $192,800 | $1,062 | 69.0% |
| LaPorte County | $195,500 | $976 | 74.7% |
| Noble County | $196,800 | $832 | 77.1% |
| Daviess County | $197,200 | $847 | 72.4% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).