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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Northbrook, IL is $3,067. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Northbrook cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Northbrook is one of the pricier cities in Illinois, ranking #3 out of 142 cities tracked at $3,067/mo.

When was Northbrook rent data last updated?

Northbrook 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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Northbrook

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Pop. 34,585·3rd most expensive in Illinois·Northbrook rents are up 7.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,067/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.2%

Month-over-Month

+7.7%

vs US Median

+$1,102

Rising (Monthly)

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Northbrook · $3,067

More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

37/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Northbrook's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,067/mo

Expected by trend

$2,885/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,960

1 BR

$2,100

2 BR

$2,370

3 BR

$3,040

4 BR+

$3,580

Research median

$2,370/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

$36,804/yr

At $3,067/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.2% YoY, +7.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Northbrook, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 72.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,585

Median income

$157,782

Median age

49.6

Renters

12.8%

Age distribution

21.2%

25.5%

15.4%

26.6%

Under 1821.2%

18–3411.3%

35–5425.5%

55–6415.4%

65+26.6%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

75.9%

16.2%

White75.9%

Black1.8%

Hispanic5.4%

Asian16.2%

Other0.7%

Education (25+)

14.4%

72.6%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma10.1%

Some college14.4%

Bachelor's+72.6%

Housing tenure

87.2%

12.8%

Owner87.2%

Renter12.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Northbrook, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,951 → $3,067

up 57.2%

Income

$143,506 → $157,782

up 9.9%

Population

35,108 → 34,585

down 1.5%

Renter share

12.5% → 12.8%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

71.9% → 72.6%

+0.7 pts

Median age

49 → 49.6

+0.6 yrs

Rent in Northbrook, IL has increased 57.2% since 2021, going from about $1,951 per month to roughly $3,067 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Northbrook, IL now reports about $157,782, up from $143,506 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 47.3 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 35,108 to 34,585 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.5% change. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Northbrook, IL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Northbrook on your salary?

At $3,067/mo, how Northbrook rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 53.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 57.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 63.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 51.6% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Northbrook rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Northbrook, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Northbrook is $3,067/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,040/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($157,782/yr), Northbrook ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Northbrook an affordable city for renters?

Northbrook is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,067/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($157,782/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Northbrook falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Northbrook?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $123,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,067/mo in Northbrook. The local median household income is $157,782/yr, meaning the typical Northbrook household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Northbrook?

Rent in Northbrook has increased 7.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Northbrook rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Northbrook is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #3 out of 142 tracked cities at $3,067/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Northbrook?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Northbrook ($3,067/mo): Wheeling ($2,103/mo), Highwood ($2,332/mo), Deerfield ($2,499/mo).

What percentage of Northbrook residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.8% of Northbrook households are renters, while 87.2% are owner-occupied. Northbrook leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Northbrook rent compare to the national average?

Northbrook's median rent of $3,067/mo is $1,102 (56%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #3 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,067/mo, rent takes ~23% of Northbrook's median household income ($157,782/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Northbrook 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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