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Hazel Crest

Pop. 13,792·15th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Hazel Crest, IL
Median rent (all units)
$2,503/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+6.3%
vs US Median
+$538
Rising (Monthly)
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Hazel Crest · $2,503
More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
44% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,503/mo, rent takes about 44% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$100,000/yr
Local median income
$68,393/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hazel Crest's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,570
1 BR
$1,670
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,430
4 BR+
$2,850
Research median
$1,890/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$30,036/yr
At $2,503/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +6.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hazel Crest, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,792
Median income
$68,393
Median age
38.1
Renters
25%
Age distribution
27.6%
20.6%
23%
20.2%
Under 1827.6%
18–3420.6%
35–5423%
55–648.7%
65+20.2%
Gender
44.6%
55.4%
Male44.6%
Female55.4%
Race & ethnicity
84.7%
White7.9%
Black84.7%
Hispanic6.1%
Other1.1%
Education (25+)
30.1%
37.5%
23.2%
No HS diploma9.3%
HS diploma30.1%
Some college37.5%
Bachelor's+23.2%
Housing tenure
75%
25%
Owner75%
Renter25%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hazel Crest, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,353 → $68,393
up 25.8%
Population
13,727 → 13,792
up 0.5%
Renter share
37% → 25%
-12.0 pts
Bachelor's+
26.8% → 23.2%
-3.6 pts
Median age
32.4 → 38.1
+5.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $68,393 today, compared with $54,353 five years earlier. The renter share has eased from 37% to 25%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 26.8% to 23.2% across the same window.

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Hazel Crest rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hazel Crest, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hazel Crest is $2,503/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,570/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,430/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($68,393/yr), Hazel Crest ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hazel Crest an affordable city for renters?

Hazel Crest is considered stretched for renters. At $2,503/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($68,393/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hazel Crest significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Hazel Crest?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,503/mo in Hazel Crest. The local median household income is $68,393/yr, meaning the typical Hazel Crest household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hazel Crest?

Rent in Hazel Crest has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Hazel Crest rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Hazel Crest is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #15 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,503/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hazel Crest?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hazel Crest ($2,503/mo): Riverdale ($1,232/mo), Blue Island ($1,258/mo), Midlothian ($1,375/mo).

What percentage of Hazel Crest residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25% of Hazel Crest households are renters, while 75% are owner-occupied. Hazel Crest leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hazel Crest rent compare to the national average?

Hazel Crest's median rent of $2,503/mo is $538 (27%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #15 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $2,503/mo, rent takes ~44% of Hazel Crest's median household income ($68,393/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hazel Crest 44%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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