How much does it cost to rent in Glendale Heights, IL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Glendale Heights, IL is $1,949. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Glendale Heights cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Glendale Heights falls in the middle range for Illinois, ranking #68 out of 142 cities at $1,949/mo.

When was Glendale Heights rent data last updated?

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

City Report · IL

Glendale Heights

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Pop. 32,808·68th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Glendale Heights, IL

Median rent (all units)

$1,949/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

-$16

Rising (Monthly)

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Glendale Heights · $1,949

More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Glendale Heights's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,949/mo

Expected by trend

$2,093/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,660

1 BR

$1,780

2 BR

$2,010

3 BR

$2,580

4 BR+

$3,030

Research median

$2,010/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

$23,388/yr

At $1,949/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.6% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Glendale Heights, IL is majority owner-occupied, 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

32,808

Median income

$86,545

Median age

36.1

Renters

35.6%

Age distribution

19.8%

28.8%

26.9%

12.9%

Under 1819.8%

18–3428.8%

35–5426.9%

55–6411.6%

65+12.9%

Gender

50.6%

49.4%

Male50.6%

Female49.4%

Race & ethnicity

32.7%

33.2%

25.6%

White32.7%

Black10.1%

Hispanic33.2%

Asian25.6%

Education (25+)

17.3%

29.7%

23.2%

29.9%

No HS diploma17.3%

HS diploma29.7%

Some college23.2%

Bachelor's+29.9%

Housing tenure

64.4%

35.6%

Owner64.4%

Renter35.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Glendale Heights, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,316 → $1,949

up 48.1%

Income

$77,582 → $86,545

up 11.6%

Population

33,443 → 32,808

down 1.9%

Renter share

35.6% → 35.6%

+0.0 pts

Bachelor's+

29% → 29.9%

+0.9 pts

Median age

35 → 36.1

+1.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Glendale Heights, IL has shifted from $1,316 to $1,949, up 48.1% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $77,582 in 2021 to $86,545 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Glendale Heights, IL losing about 635 residents over the five-year window, down 1.9% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Glendale Heights, IL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Glendale Heights on your salary?

At $1,949/mo, how Glendale Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Glendale Heights rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Glendale Heights. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Glendale Heights, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Glendale Heights is $1,949/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,580/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($86,545/yr), Glendale Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glendale Heights an affordable city for renters?

Glendale Heights is considered affordable for renters. At $1,949/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($86,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glendale Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Glendale Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,949/mo in Glendale Heights. The local median household income is $86,545/yr, meaning the typical Glendale Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glendale Heights?

Rent in Glendale Heights has increased 1.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Glendale Heights rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Glendale Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #68 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,949/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Glendale Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Glendale Heights ($1,949/mo): Carol Stream ($1,822/mo), Addison ($1,853/mo).

What percentage of Glendale Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Glendale Heights households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Glendale Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Glendale Heights rent compare to the national average?

Glendale Heights's median rent of $1,949/mo is $16 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #68 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,949/mo, rent takes ~27% of Glendale Heights's median household income ($86,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Glendale Heights 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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