How much does it cost to rent in Calumet City, IL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Calumet City, IL is $1,629. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Calumet City cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Calumet City falls in the middle range for Illinois, ranking #88 out of 142 cities at $1,629/mo.

When was Calumet City rent data last updated?

Calumet City rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Calumet City

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Pop. 35,100·88th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Calumet City, IL

Median rent (all units)

$1,629/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.7%

Month-over-Month

+3.0%

vs US Median

-$336

Rising (Monthly)

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Calumet City · $1,629

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Calumet City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,629/mo

Expected by trend

$1,681/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Calumet City's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,180

1 BR

$1,270

2 BR

$1,430

3 BR

$1,840

4 BR+

$2,160

Research median

$1,430/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,548/yr

At $1,629/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.7% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Calumet City, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,100

Median income

$55,369

Median age

38.6

Renters

44.3%

Age distribution

24.8%

20.1%

25.1%

14.4%

15.6%

Under 1824.8%

18–3420.1%

35–5425.1%

55–6414.4%

65+15.6%

Gender

46.1%

53.9%

Male46.1%

Female53.9%

Race & ethnicity

75.2%

16.3%

White7.6%

Black75.2%

Hispanic16.3%

Other0.8%

Education (25+)

28.3%

39%

21.4%

No HS diploma11.3%

HS diploma28.3%

Some college39%

Bachelor's+21.4%

Housing tenure

55.7%

44.3%

Owner55.7%

Renter44.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Calumet City, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,383 → $1,629

up 17.8%

Income

$52,994 → $55,369

up 4.5%

Population

36,065 → 35,100

down 2.7%

Renter share

41.3% → 44.3%

+3.0 pts

Bachelor's+

19% → 21.4%

+2.4 pts

Median age

36.9 → 38.6

+1.7 yrs

The median rent in Calumet City, IL stood at $1,383 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,629, reflecting a 17.8% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $52,994 to $55,369 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.5% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 2.7% since 2021, moving from about 36,065 residents to roughly 35,100. Renters now make up 44.3% of households, compared with 41.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 21.4% of adults here, versus 19% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Calumet City, IL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Calumet City on your salary?

At $1,629/mo, how Calumet City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Calumet City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Calumet City. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Calumet City

About renting in Calumet City, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Calumet City is $1,629/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,430/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,840/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($55,369/yr), Calumet City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Calumet City an affordable city for renters?

Calumet City is considered moderate for renters. At $1,629/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($55,369/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Calumet City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Calumet City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,629/mo in Calumet City. The local median household income is $55,369/yr, meaning the typical Calumet City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Calumet City?

Rent in Calumet City has increased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Calumet City rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Calumet City is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #88 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,629/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Calumet City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Calumet City ($1,629/mo): Riverdale ($1,232/mo), Hammond ($1,479/mo).

What percentage of Calumet City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.3% of Calumet City households are renters, while 55.7% are owner-occupied. Calumet City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Calumet City rent compare to the national average?

Calumet City's median rent of $1,629/mo is $336 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #88 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $1,629/mo, rent takes ~35% of Calumet City's median household income ($55,369/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Calumet City 35%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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