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Herrin

Pop. 12,226·135th most expensive in Illinois·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$938/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.8%
vs US Median
-$1,024
Falling (Monthly)
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Herrin · $938
More affordable than 99% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $938/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$38,000/yr
Local median income
$59,975/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Herrin's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$840
1 BR
$860
2 BR
$1,130
3 BR
$1,560
4 BR+
$1,690
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,130/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $938 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
$11,256/yr
At $938/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Herrin, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,226
Median income
$59,975
Median age
41.2
Renters
34.3%
Age distribution
20.8%
21.3%
25.7%
13.1%
19.1%
Under 1820.8%
18–3421.3%
35–5425.7%
55–6413.1%
65+19.1%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
87.5%
White87.5%
Black4.2%
Hispanic4.3%
Other3.6%
Education (25+)
27.1%
42%
22.8%
No HS diploma8.2%
HS diploma27.1%
Some college42%
Bachelor's+22.8%
Housing tenure
65.7%
34.3%
Owner65.7%
Renter34.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Herrin, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,879 → $59,975
up 27.9%
Population
12,398 → 12,226
down 1.4%
Renter share
35% → 34.3%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
21.9% → 22.8%
+0.9 pts

Household income in the area moved from $46,879 to $59,975 across the same window, up 27.9% versus 2021. Census counts show Herrin, IL losing about 172 residents over the five-year window, down 1.4% on net.

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Herrin rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Herrin, IL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Herrin is $938/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($59,975/yr), Herrin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Herrin an affordable city for renters?

Herrin is considered very affordable for renters. At $938/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($59,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Herrin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Herrin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $38,000/year (~$18/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $938/mo in Herrin. The local median household income is $59,975/yr, meaning the typical Herrin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Herrin?

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

How does Herrin rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Herrin is one of the more affordable cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #135 out of 142 tracked cities at $938/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Herrin?

Carbondale is nearby and more affordable at $699/mo, which is $239 less than Herrin.

What percentage of Herrin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.3% of Herrin households are renters, while 65.7% are owner-occupied. Herrin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Herrin rent compare to the national average?

Herrin's median rent of $938/mo is $1,024 (52%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #135 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $938/mo, rent takes ~19% of Herrin's median household income ($59,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Herrin 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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