Average Rent in Illinois by City and ZIP (2026)
Across 280 Illinois ZIP codes with data, typical asking rent runs from $730 to $5,171, with a statewide median of $1,885. Data as of June 2026.
Illinois cities with rent data
| City | Median rent | Range | ZIP codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $1,883 | $1,403 to $3,018 | 52 |
| Peoria | $1,192 | $870 to $1,579 | 6 |
| Rockford | $1,221 | $992 to $1,406 | 6 |
| Aurora | $2,231 | $1,653 to $2,578 | 5 |
| Belleville | $1,170 | $1,084 to $1,274 | 4 |
| Naperville | $2,330 | $2,138 to $2,675 | 4 |
| Champaign | $1,450 | $1,213 to $1,796 | 3 |
| Elgin | $1,715 | $1,622 to $2,361 | 3 |
| Hoffman Estates | $1,983 | $1,911 to $2,717 | 3 |
| Oak Park | $1,985 | $1,582 to $2,462 | 3 |
| Schaumburg | $2,108 | $2,080 to $2,359 | 3 |
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