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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Romeoville, IL is $2,089. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Romeoville cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Romeoville falls in the middle range for Illinois, ranking #57 out of 142 cities at $2,089/mo.

When was Romeoville rent data last updated?

Romeoville 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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Romeoville

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Pop. 41,152·57th most expensive in Illinois·Rental market data updated monthly for Romeoville, IL

Median rent (all units)

$2,089/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$124

Stable (Monthly)

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Romeoville · $2,089

More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Romeoville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,089/mo

Expected by trend

$2,189/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,910

1 BR

$2,050

2 BR

$2,310

3 BR

$2,970

4 BR+

$3,490

Research median

$2,310/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

$25,068/yr

At $2,089/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.4% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Romeoville, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

41,152

Median income

$106,325

Median age

35.5

Renters

19.3%

Age distribution

22%

27.2%

27%

12.2%

Under 1822%

18–3427.2%

35–5427%

55–6412.2%

65+11.6%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

44.9%

14.3%

35.7%

White44.9%

Black14.3%

Hispanic35.7%

Asian6.5%

Education (25+)

14.6%

28.5%

28.6%

28.3%

No HS diploma14.6%

HS diploma28.5%

Some college28.6%

Bachelor's+28.3%

Housing tenure

80.7%

19.3%

Owner80.7%

Renter19.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Romeoville, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,549 → $2,089

up 34.9%

Income

$88,205 → $106,325

up 20.5%

Population

40,099 → 41,152

up 2.6%

Renter share

15.6% → 19.3%

+3.7 pts

Bachelor's+

21.9% → 28.3%

+6.4 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Romeoville, IL has shifted from $1,549 to $2,089, up 34.9% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $88,205 in 2021 to $106,325 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Romeoville, IL adding about 1,053 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 15.6% to 19.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 21.9% to 28.3% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Romeoville, IL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Romeoville on your salary?

At $2,089/mo, how Romeoville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Romeoville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Romeoville, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Romeoville is $2,089/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,970/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($106,325/yr), Romeoville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Romeoville an affordable city for renters?

Romeoville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,089/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($106,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Romeoville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Romeoville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,089/mo in Romeoville. The local median household income is $106,325/yr, meaning the typical Romeoville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Romeoville?

Rent in Romeoville has increased 2.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Romeoville rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Romeoville is middle-of-the-pack for Illinois for rent, ranking #57 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,089/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Romeoville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Romeoville ($2,089/mo): Joliet ($1,614/mo), Woodridge ($1,718/mo), Lockport ($2,029/mo).

What percentage of Romeoville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.3% of Romeoville households are renters, while 80.7% are owner-occupied. Romeoville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Romeoville rent compare to the national average?

Romeoville's median rent of $2,089/mo is $124 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #57 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,089/mo, rent takes ~24% of Romeoville's median household income ($106,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Romeoville 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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