Studio Apartment Rent in North Aurora, IL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in North Aurora, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $2,263 and +27% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in North Aurora
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 North Aurora
Compare North Aurora's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon | $610 |
| 2 | Rantoul | $638 |
| 3 | Charleston | $640 |
| 4 | Quincy | $650 |
| 5 | Macomb | $660 |
| 6 | Pekin | $660 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $680 |
| 8 | Danville | $690 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $700 |
| 10 | Moline | $700 |
| 11 | Normal | $720 |
| 12 | Peoria | $738 |
| 13 | Springfield | $750 |
| 14 | Washington | $750 |
| 15 | Decatur | $760 |
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? 4 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than North Aurora.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs North Aurora |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva, IL | 4.8 mi | $1,900 | +$260 (+16%) |
| Aurora, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,730 | +$90 (+5%) |
| Oswego, IL | 8.1 mi | $1,305 | $-335 (-20%) |
| Saint Charles, IL | 9.1 mi | $1,750 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Warrenville, IL | 11.9 mi | $1,790 | +$150 (+9%) |
| Naperville, IL | 13.5 mi | $1,978 | +$338 (+21%) |
| Yorkville, IL | 14.9 mi | $1,320 | $-320 (-20%) |
| Elgin, IL | 15.5 mi | $1,620 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Bartlett, IL | 15.6 mi | $1,940 | +$300 (+18%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 16.6 mi | $1,775 | +$135 (+8%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 17 mi | $1,560 | $-80 (-5%) |
| Plainfield, IL | 17.2 mi | $2,015 | +$375 (+23%) |
Studio rent in North Aurora — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in North Aurora?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in North Aurora, Illinois is $1,640 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $2,263.
What income do you need to afford a studio in North Aurora?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $65,600 ($5,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is North Aurora expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
North Aurora's studio median of $1,640 is +27% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 73th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does North Aurora rank for studio rent in Illinois?
Among the 140 cities in Illinois with studio data, North Aurora ranks #99 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near North Aurora?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Oswego ($1,305), Yorkville ($1,320), Elgin ($1,620).