1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cahokia, IL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Cahokia, Illinois as of June 2026. That's +29% lower than the citywide median of $1,375 and +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Cahokia
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Cahokia
Compare Cahokia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Round Lake Beach | $650 |
| 2 | Charleston | $720 |
| 3 | Pekin | $720 |
| 4 | Quincy | $730 |
| 5 | East Peoria | $740 |
| 6 | Danville | $770 |
| 7 | Dixon | $770 |
| 8 | Peoria Heights | $770 |
| 9 | Marion | $780 |
| 10 | Normal | $790 |
| 11 | Carbondale | $800 |
| 12 | Decatur | $800 |
| 13 | Rock Island | $800 |
| 14 | Peoria | $813 |
| 15 | Moline | $820 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,340 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,340 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,340 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,340 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,240 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,240 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,210 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,155 |
| 9 | Naperville | $2,113 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $2,110 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $2,110 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $2,100 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $2,070 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,060 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,050 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Cahokia.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Cahokia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, MO | 6.4 mi | $1,005 | +$35 (+4%) |
| Belleville, IL | 10.9 mi | $907 | $-63 (-6%) |
| Maplewood, MO | 11 mi | $880 | $-90 (-9%) |
| Affton, MO | 11.3 mi | $960 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,070 | +$100 (+10%) |
| Mehlville, MO | 11.3 mi | $966 | $-4 (0%) |
| Granite City, IL | 11.3 mi | $880 | $-90 (-9%) |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 12 mi | $1,090 | +$120 (+12%) |
| Clayton, MO | 12.2 mi | $1,410 | +$440 (+45%) |
| Swansea, IL | 12.5 mi | $978 | +$8 (+1%) |
| Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO | 12.7 mi | $960 | $-10 (-1%) |
| University City, MO | 12.7 mi | $1,110 | +$140 (+14%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Cahokia — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cahokia?
As of June 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Cahokia, Illinois is $970 per month. This is +29% below the citywide median of $1,375.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Cahokia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $38,800 ($3,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cahokia expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cahokia's 1-bedroom median of $970 is +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 18th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cahokia rank for 1-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 139 cities in Illinois with 1-bedroom data, Cahokia ranks #31 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Cahokia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Belleville ($907), Maplewood ($880), Affton ($960).