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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lombard, IL is $2,086. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lombard cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Lombard falls in the middle range for Illinois, ranking #58 out of 142 cities at $2,086/mo.

When was Lombard rent data last updated?

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

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Lombard

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Pop. 43,619·58th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Lombard, IL

Median rent (all units)

$2,086/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$121

Rising (Monthly)

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Lombard · $2,086

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Lombard's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,086/mo

Expected by trend

$2,135/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,780

1 BR

$1,900

2 BR

$2,150

3 BR

$2,760

4 BR+

$3,240

Research median

$2,150/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

$25,032/yr

At $2,086/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lombard, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

43,619

Median income

$100,362

Median age

39.2

Renters

29.2%

Age distribution

19.7%

24.1%

25.8%

13.2%

17.1%

Under 1819.7%

18–3424.1%

35–5425.8%

55–6413.2%

65+17.1%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

70.6%

14.4%

White70.6%

Black5.2%

Hispanic14.4%

Asian10.7%

Education (25+)

20.2%

26.3%

49.9%

No HS diploma3.6%

HS diploma20.2%

Some college26.3%

Bachelor's+49.9%

Housing tenure

70.8%

29.2%

Owner70.8%

Renter29.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lombard, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,631 → $2,086

up 27.9%

Income

$89,079 → $100,362

up 12.7%

Population

44,311 → 43,619

down 1.6%

Renter share

29.8% → 29.2%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

48.1% → 49.9%

+1.8 pts

Median age

37.9 → 39.2

+1.3 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Lombard, IL paid around $1,631 a month. That figure now sits near $2,086, up 27.9% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Lombard, IL now reports about $100,362, up from $89,079 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Lombard, IL losing about 692 residents over the five-year window, down 1.6% on net. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lombard, IL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lombard on your salary?

At $2,086/mo, how Lombard rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 35.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Lombard rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lombard, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lombard is $2,086/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,900/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,760/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($100,362/yr), Lombard ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lombard an affordable city for renters?

Lombard is considered affordable for renters. At $2,086/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($100,362/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lombard falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lombard?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,086/mo in Lombard. The local median household income is $100,362/yr, meaning the typical Lombard household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lombard?

Rent in Lombard has increased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lombard rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Lombard is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #58 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,086/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lombard?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lombard ($2,086/mo): Addison ($1,853/mo), Glendale Heights ($1,949/mo).

What percentage of Lombard residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.2% of Lombard households are renters, while 70.8% are owner-occupied. Lombard leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lombard rent compare to the national average?

Lombard's median rent of $2,086/mo is $121 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #58 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,086/mo, rent takes ~25% of Lombard's median household income ($100,362/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lombard 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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