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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Plainfield, IL is $2,898. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Plainfield cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Plainfield is one of the pricier cities in Illinois, ranking #6 out of 142 cities tracked at $2,898/mo.

When was Plainfield rent data last updated?

Plainfield 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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Plainfield

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Pop. 46,708·6th most expensive in Illinois·Plainfield rents are up 7.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,898/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.2%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$933

Rising (Monthly)

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Plainfield · $2,898

More expensive than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

33/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% above what Plainfield's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,898/mo

Expected by trend

$2,669/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,015

1 BR

$2,155

2 BR

$2,455

3 BR

$3,165

4 BR+

$3,685

Research median

$2,455/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

$34,776/yr

At $2,898/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, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Plainfield, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 56% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

46,708

Median income

$144,000

Median age

37.5

Renters

12%

Age distribution

28.5%

17.9%

32.2%

Under 1828.5%

18–3417.9%

35–5432.2%

55–6411.5%

65+9.9%

Gender

50.2%

49.8%

Male50.2%

Female49.8%

Race & ethnicity

68.6%

White68.6%

Black9.9%

Hispanic9.6%

Asian10.6%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

14.9%

25.1%

56%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma14.9%

Some college25.1%

Bachelor's+56%

Housing tenure

88%

Owner88%

Renter12%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Plainfield, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,975 → $2,898

up 46.7%

Income

$134,814 → $144,000

up 6.8%

Population

44,296 → 46,708

up 5.4%

Renter share

9.1% → 12%

+2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

55.5% → 56%

+0.5 pts

Rent in Plainfield, IL has climbed 46.7% since 2021, going from about $1,975 per month to roughly $2,898 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $134,814 in 2021 to $144,000 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 39.9 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 44,296 to 46,708 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.4% change. About 12% of households rent today, against 9.1% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Plainfield, IL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Plainfield on your salary?

At $2,898/mo, how Plainfield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 50.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 54.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 60.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 48.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Plainfield rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Plainfield

About renting in Plainfield, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Plainfield is $2,898/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,015/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,455/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,155/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,165/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($144,000/yr), Plainfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Plainfield an affordable city for renters?

Plainfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,898/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($144,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Plainfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Plainfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $116,000/year (~$56/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,898/mo in Plainfield. The local median household income is $144,000/yr, meaning the typical Plainfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Plainfield?

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

Which Plainfield neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Plainfield are 60544 ($2,560/mo), and 60586 ($2,915/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Plainfield is $2,898/mo.

How does Plainfield rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Plainfield is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #6 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,898/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Plainfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Plainfield ($2,898/mo): Joliet ($1,614/mo), Romeoville ($2,089/mo), Naperville ($2,310/mo).

What percentage of Plainfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12% of Plainfield households are renters, while 88% are owner-occupied. Plainfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Plainfield rent compare to the national average?

Plainfield's median rent of $2,898/mo is $933 (47%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #6 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,898/mo, rent takes ~24% of Plainfield's median household income ($144,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Plainfield 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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