How much does it cost to rent in Gurnee, IL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Gurnee, IL is $1,965. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Gurnee cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Gurnee falls in the middle range for Illinois, ranking #67 out of 142 cities at $1,965/mo.

When was Gurnee rent data last updated?

Gurnee 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

Gurnee

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Pop. 30,510·67th most expensive in Illinois·Gurnee rents are up 10.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,965/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

Stable (Monthly)

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Gurnee · $1,965

More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Gurnee's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,965/mo

Expected by trend

$1,893/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,630

1 BR

$1,740

2 BR

$1,970

3 BR

$2,530

4 BR+

$2,970

Research median

$1,970/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

$23,580/yr

At $1,965/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.4% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Gurnee, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 56.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,510

Median income

$119,628

Median age

40.1

Renters

23.9%

Age distribution

20.3%

23.8%

26.3%

14%

15.5%

Under 1820.3%

18–3423.8%

35–5426.3%

55–6414%

65+15.5%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

60.3%

17%

13.4%

White60.3%

Black7.8%

Hispanic17%

Asian13.4%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

13.9%

25.2%

56.7%

No HS diploma4.3%

HS diploma13.9%

Some college25.2%

Bachelor's+56.7%

Housing tenure

76.1%

23.9%

Owner76.1%

Renter23.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Gurnee, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,615 → $1,965

up 21.7%

Income

$102,140 → $119,628

up 17.1%

Population

30,826 → 30,510

down 1.0%

Renter share

28.6% → 23.9%

-4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

53.4% → 56.7%

+3.3 pts

The median rent in Gurnee, IL stood at $1,615 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,965, reflecting a 21.7% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $102,140 to $119,628 across the same window, up 17.1% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.0% since 2021, moving from about 30,826 residents to roughly 30,510. Renters now make up 23.9% of households, compared with 28.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 56.7% of adults here, versus 53.4% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Gurnee, IL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Gurnee on your salary?

At $1,965/mo, how Gurnee rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Gurnee rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Gurnee, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gurnee is $1,965/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,630/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($119,628/yr), Gurnee ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gurnee an affordable city for renters?

Gurnee is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,965/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($119,628/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gurnee falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gurnee?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,965/mo in Gurnee. The local median household income is $119,628/yr, meaning the typical Gurnee household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gurnee?

Rent in Gurnee has increased 10.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Gurnee rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Gurnee is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #67 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,965/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gurnee?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gurnee ($1,965/mo): Zion ($1,526/mo), Waukegan ($1,648/mo).

What percentage of Gurnee residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.9% of Gurnee households are renters, while 76.1% are owner-occupied. Gurnee leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.