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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Naperville, IL is $2,310. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Naperville cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Naperville is one of the pricier cities in Illinois, ranking #36 out of 142 cities tracked at $2,310/mo.

When was Naperville rent data last updated?

Naperville 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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Naperville

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Pop. 150,692·36th most expensive in Illinois·Naperville rents are up 8.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,310/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.9%

Month-over-Month

+2.6%

vs US Median

+$345

Rising (Monthly)

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Naperville · $2,310

More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

40/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Naperville's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,310/mo

Expected by trend

$2,204/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,978

1 BR

$2,113

2 BR

$2,388

3 BR

$3,068

4 BR+

$3,600

Research median

$2,388/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

$27,720/yr

At $2,310/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.9% YoY, +2.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Naperville, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 72.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

150,692

Median income

$155,105

Median age

40.4

Renters

25.2%

Age distribution

24.8%

17.8%

29%

13.1%

15.3%

Under 1824.8%

18–3417.8%

35–5429%

55–6413.1%

65+15.3%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

62.8%

22.5%

White62.8%

Black4.3%

Hispanic7.6%

Asian22.5%

Other2.8%

Education (25+)

15.6%

72.5%

No HS diploma2.7%

HS diploma9.2%

Some college15.6%

Bachelor's+72.5%

Housing tenure

74.8%

25.2%

Owner74.8%

Renter25.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Naperville, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,605 → $2,310

up 43.9%

Income

$135,772 → $155,105

up 14.2%

Population

149,013 → 150,692

up 1.1%

Renter share

25.4% → 25.2%

-0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

70.7% → 72.5%

+1.8 pts

Median age

39.3 → 40.4

+1.1 yrs

Rent in Naperville, IL has climbed 43.9% since 2021, going from about $1,605 per month to roughly $2,310 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $135,772 in 2021 to $155,105 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 29.7 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 149,013 to 150,692 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.1% change. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Naperville, IL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Naperville on your salary?

At $2,310/mo, how Naperville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 40.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 47.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 38.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Naperville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Naperville

About renting in Naperville, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Naperville is $2,310/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,978/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,388/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,113/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,068/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($155,105/yr), Naperville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Naperville an affordable city for renters?

Naperville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,310/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($155,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Naperville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Naperville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,310/mo in Naperville. The local median household income is $155,105/yr, meaning the typical Naperville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Naperville?

Rent in Naperville has increased 8.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Naperville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Naperville are 60563 ($2,138/mo), 60565 ($2,193/mo), and 60540 ($2,467/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Naperville is $2,310/mo.

How does Naperville rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Naperville is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #36 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,310/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Naperville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Naperville ($2,310/mo): Lisle ($1,939/mo), Wheaton ($2,169/mo), Aurora ($2,287/mo).

What percentage of Naperville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.2% of Naperville households are renters, while 74.8% are owner-occupied. Naperville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Naperville rent compare to the national average?

Naperville's median rent of $2,310/mo is $345 (18%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #36 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,310/mo, rent takes ~18% of Naperville's median household income ($155,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Naperville 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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