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Dixon

Pop. 14,910·127th most expensive in Illinois·Dixon rents are up 7.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,091/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.7%
Month-over-Month
-3.7%
vs US Median
-$871
Falling (Monthly)
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Dixon · $1,091
More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
22% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,091/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$44,000/yr
Local median income
$59,406/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dixon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$610
1 BR
$770
2 BR
$870
3 BR
$1,210
4 BR+
$1,300
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$870/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,091 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$13,092/yr
At $1,091/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.7% YoY, -3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dixon, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,910
Median income
$59,406
Median age
41.9
Renters
35.9%
Age distribution
18.7%
22.2%
24.3%
14.8%
19.9%
Under 1818.7%
18–3422.2%
35–5424.3%
55–6414.8%
65+19.9%
Gender
55.7%
44.3%
Male55.7%
Female44.3%
Race & ethnicity
79.5%
White79.5%
Black10.1%
Hispanic9.1%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
12.2%
37.6%
33.3%
16.9%
No HS diploma12.2%
HS diploma37.6%
Some college33.3%
Bachelor's+16.9%
Housing tenure
64.1%
35.9%
Owner64.1%
Renter35.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dixon, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$50,491 → $59,406
up 17.7%
Population
15,855 → 14,910
down 6.0%
Renter share
36% → 35.9%
-0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
18.2% → 16.9%
-1.3 pts
Median age
41.1 → 41.9
+0.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Dixon, IL now reports about $59,406, up from $50,491 in 2021. Census counts show Dixon, IL losing about 945 residents over the five-year window, down 6.0% on net.

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About renting in Dixon, IL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Dixon is $1,091/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $870/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,210/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($59,406/yr), Dixon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dixon an affordable city for renters?

Dixon is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,091/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($59,406/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dixon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dixon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $44,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,091/mo in Dixon. The local median household income is $59,406/yr, meaning the typical Dixon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dixon?

Rent in Dixon has increased 7.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dixon rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Dixon is one of the more affordable cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #127 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,091/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dixon?

La Salle is nearby and more affordable at $1,075/mo, which is $16 less than Dixon.

What percentage of Dixon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.9% of Dixon households are renters, while 64.1% are owner-occupied. Dixon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dixon rent compare to the national average?

Dixon's median rent of $1,091/mo is $871 (44%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #127 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,091/mo, rent takes ~22% of Dixon's median household income ($59,406/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dixon 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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