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Lansing

Pop. 28,284·84th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Lansing, IL
Median rent (all units)
$1,715/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+8.3%
vs US Median
-$250
Rising (Monthly)
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Lansing · $1,715
More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,715/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$69,000/yr
Local median income
$75,569/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lansing's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,270
1 BR
$1,360
2 BR
$1,530
3 BR
$1,970
4 BR+
$2,310
Research median
$1,530/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
$20,580/yr
At $1,715/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, +8.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lansing, IL is majority owner-occupied, 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
28,284
Median income
$75,569
Median age
41
Renters
28.1%
Age distribution
23.7%
19.7%
27%
14%
15.7%
Under 1823.7%
18–3419.7%
35–5427%
55–6414%
65+15.7%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
27.8%
51.9%
17.9%
White27.8%
Black51.9%
Hispanic17.9%
Asian2.2%
Education (25+)
30.5%
34.9%
28.2%
No HS diploma6.4%
HS diploma30.5%
Some college34.9%
Bachelor's+28.2%
Housing tenure
71.9%
28.1%
Owner71.9%
Renter28.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lansing, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$62,397 → $75,569
up 21.1%
Population
28,916 → 28,284
down 2.2%
Renter share
30.7% → 28.1%
-2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
25.9% → 28.2%
+2.3 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Lansing, IL now reports about $75,569, up from $62,397 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,916 to 28,284 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.2% change. About 28.1% of households rent today, against 30.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 25.9% to 28.2%.

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By apartment size

Lansing rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Lansing, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lansing is $1,715/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,360/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,970/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($75,569/yr), Lansing ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lansing an affordable city for renters?

Lansing is considered affordable for renters. At $1,715/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($75,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lansing falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lansing?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,715/mo in Lansing. The local median household income is $75,569/yr, meaning the typical Lansing household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lansing?

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

How does Lansing rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Lansing is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #84 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,715/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lansing?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lansing ($1,715/mo): Hammond ($1,479/mo), Chicago Heights ($1,498/mo), Calumet City ($1,629/mo).

What percentage of Lansing residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.1% of Lansing households are renters, while 71.9% are owner-occupied. Lansing leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lansing rent compare to the national average?

Lansing's median rent of $1,715/mo is $250 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #84 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,715/mo, rent takes ~27% of Lansing's median household income ($75,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lansing 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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