As of January 2025 the median rental rate in East Chicago is $844 which is $446 (35%) less than the median of $1,290 for Lake County, $307 (27%) less than the median of $1,151 for Indiana and $753 (47%) less than the median of $1,597 for the United States.
| Median | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | 3 Beds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Chicago | $844 | $709 | $827 | $995 |
| Lake County | $1,290 | $938 | $1,253 | $1,678 |
| Indiana | $1,151 | $887 | $1,115 | $1,452 |
| United States | $1,597 | $1,236 | $1,565 | $1,989 |
