Studio Apartment Rent in Macomb, IL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Macomb, Illinois as of September 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $817 and +49% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Macomb
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Macomb
Compare Macomb's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $443 |
| 2 | Dixon | $610 |
| 3 | Charleston | $640 |
| 4 | Quincy | $650 |
| 5 | Macomb (this page) | $660 |
| 6 | Pekin | $660 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $680 |
| 8 | Danville | $690 |
| 9 | Moline | $700 |
| 10 | Normal | $720 |
| 11 | Peoria | $738 |
| 12 | Springfield | $750 |
| 13 | Decatur | $760 |
| 14 | Marion | $760 |
| 15 | Bloomington | $770 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,190 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,190 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,190 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,190 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,100 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,100 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,060 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,015 |
| 9 | Naperville | $1,978 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $1,970 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $1,970 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $1,960 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $1,940 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $1,925 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $1,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Macomb.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Macomb |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, IA | 44.4 mi | $750 | +$90 (+14%) |
| Quincy, IL | 62.4 mi | $650 | $-10 (-2%) |
| Pekin, IL | 70.7 mi | $660 | — |
| Rock Island, IL | 71.7 mi | $680 | +$20 (+3%) |
| Peoria, IL | 72.2 mi | $738 | +$78 (+12%) |
| Moline, IL | 72.6 mi | $700 | +$40 (+6%) |
| Davenport, IA | 77.2 mi | $698 | +$38 (+6%) |
| Bettendorf, IA | 79.1 mi | $830 | +$170 (+26%) |
| Springfield, IL | 82.3 mi | $750 | +$90 (+14%) |
| Chatham, IL | 82.5 mi | $950 | +$290 (+44%) |
| Morton, IL | 83.4 mi | $800 | +$140 (+21%) |
| Clinton, IA | 103.6 mi | $670 | +$10 (+2%) |
Studio rent in Macomb — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Macomb?
As of September 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Macomb, Illinois is $660 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $817.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Macomb?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $26,400 ($2,200/month gross), which works out to roughly $12.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Macomb expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Macomb's studio median of $660 is +49% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 1th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Macomb rank for studio rent in Illinois?
Among the 136 cities in Illinois with studio data, Macomb ranks #5 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Macomb?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Quincy ($650).