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Mundelein

Pop. 31,915·31st most expensive in Illinois·Mundelein rents are up 5.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,356/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.6%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
+$391
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Mundelein · $2,356
More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,356/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$94,000/yr
Local median income
$108,340/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mundelein's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,660
1 BR
$1,770
2 BR
$2,000
3 BR
$2,570
4 BR+
$3,020
Research median
$2,000/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$28,272/yr
At $2,356/mo median
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Rents are up 5.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.6% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mundelein, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 46% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,915
Median income
$108,340
Median age
38.1
Renters
28.8%
Age distribution
23.5%
22.1%
27.7%
14.8%
Under 1823.5%
18–3422.1%
35–5427.7%
55–6411.9%
65+14.8%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
56.6%
34.6%
White56.6%
Black3.1%
Hispanic34.6%
Asian10.1%
Education (25+)
22.1%
24.3%
46%
No HS diploma7.6%
HS diploma22.1%
Some college24.3%
Bachelor's+46%
Housing tenure
71.2%
28.8%
Owner71.2%
Renter28.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mundelein, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$96,993 → $108,340
up 11.7%
Population
31,596 → 31,915
up 1.0%
Renter share
27.9% → 28.8%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
41.5% → 46%
+4.5 pts
Median age
37.6 → 38.1
+0.5 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $96,993 to $108,340 across the same window, up 11.7% versus 2021. The population has grown by 1.0% since 2021, moving from about 31,596 residents to roughly 31,915. College-educated residents now make up 46% of adults here, versus 41.5% in 2021.

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Mundelein rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Mundelein, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mundelein is $2,356/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,570/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($108,340/yr), Mundelein ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mundelein an affordable city for renters?

Mundelein is considered affordable for renters. At $2,356/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($108,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mundelein falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mundelein?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,356/mo in Mundelein. The local median household income is $108,340/yr, meaning the typical Mundelein household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mundelein?

Rent in Mundelein has increased 5.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mundelein rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Mundelein is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #31 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,356/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mundelein?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mundelein ($2,356/mo): Round Lake Beach ($2,142/mo), Round Lake ($2,350/mo).

What percentage of Mundelein residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.8% of Mundelein households are renters, while 71.2% are owner-occupied. Mundelein leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mundelein rent compare to the national average?

Mundelein's median rent of $2,356/mo is $391 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #31 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,356/mo, rent takes ~26% of Mundelein's median household income ($108,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mundelein 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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