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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moline, IL is $998. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moline cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Moline is among the more affordable cities in Illinois, ranking #134 out of 142 cities at $998/mo.

When was Moline rent data last updated?

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

Is Moline a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Moline is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 7.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Moline

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Pop. 42,197·134th most expensive in Illinois·Moline rents are up 7.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$998/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.1%

Month-over-Month

-4.6%

vs US Median

-$967

Falling (Monthly)

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Moline · $998

More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Moline's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$998/mo

Expected by trend

$1,009/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$700

1 BR

$820

2 BR

$1,010

3 BR

$1,320

4 BR+

$1,560

Research median

$1,010/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

$11,976/yr

At $998/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 7.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.1% YoY, -4.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Moline, IL is majority owner-occupied, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

42,197

Median income

$67,701

Median age

Renters

32.7%

Age distribution

24.1%

20.4%

24.8%

18.7%

Under 1824.1%

18–3420.4%

35–5424.8%

55–6412%

65+18.7%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

67.9%

19.8%

White67.9%

Black10.5%

Hispanic19.8%

Asian3.6%

Education (25+)

26.4%

35.1%

28.8%

No HS diploma9.7%

HS diploma26.4%

Some college35.1%

Bachelor's+28.8%

Housing tenure

67.3%

32.7%

Owner67.3%

Renter32.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Moline, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$851 → $998

up 17.3%

Income

$59,697 → $67,701

up 13.4%

Population

42,660 → 42,197

down 1.1%

Renter share

34.1% → 32.7%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

28.6% → 28.8%

+0.2 pts

Median age

39.3 → 38

-1.3 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Moline, IL has shifted from $851 to $998, up 17.3% since 2022. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,697 in 2021 to $67,701 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Moline, IL losing about 463 residents over the five-year window, down 1.1% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Moline, IL market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moline on your salary?

At $998/mo, how Moline rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 12.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 8.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 6.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 18.7% income

very comfortable

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Moline rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Moline, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moline is $998/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $700/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,320/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($67,701/yr), Moline ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moline an affordable city for renters?

Moline is considered very affordable for renters. At $998/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($67,701/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moline falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Moline?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $40,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $998/mo in Moline. The local median household income is $67,701/yr, meaning the typical Moline household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moline?

Rent in Moline has increased 7.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Moline rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Moline is one of the more affordable cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #134 out of 142 tracked cities at $998/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Moline?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Moline ($998/mo): Clinton ($792/mo), Rock Island ($918/mo), Davenport ($949/mo).

What percentage of Moline residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.7% of Moline households are renters, while 67.3% are owner-occupied. Moline leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Moline rent compare to the national average?

Moline's median rent of $998/mo is $967 (49%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #134 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $998/mo, rent takes ~18% of Moline's median household income ($67,701/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Moline 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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