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Shiloh

Pop. 14,572·108th most expensive in Illinois·Shiloh rents are up 11.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,382/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.2%
Month-over-Month
+26.1%
vs US Median
-$583
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Shiloh · $1,382
More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
40/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$1,382/mo
Expected by trend
$1,313/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$960
1 BR
$1,000
2 BR
$1,230
3 BR
$1,590
4 BR+
$1,830
Research median
$1,230/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
$16,584/yr
At $1,382/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 11.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.2% YoY, +26.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Shiloh, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,572
Median income
$99,573
Median age
41
Renters
36.8%
Age distribution
22.6%
19.6%
27.7%
14.4%
15.7%
Under 1822.6%
18–3419.6%
35–5427.7%
55–6414.4%
65+15.7%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
62.2%
24.7%
White62.2%
Black24.7%
Hispanic4.9%
Asian3.3%
Other4.9%
Education (25+)
18.2%
35.1%
43.3%
No HS diploma3.4%
HS diploma18.2%
Some college35.1%
Bachelor's+43.3%
Housing tenure
63.2%
36.8%
Owner63.2%
Renter36.8%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Shiloh, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,022 → $1,382
up 35.2%
Income
$86,292 → $99,573
up 15.4%
Population
13,638 → 14,572
up 6.8%
Renter share
35.7% → 36.8%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
38.3% → 43.3%
+5.0 pts
Median age
39.4 → 41
+1.6 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Shiloh, IL has increased by $360 per month, settling near $1,382 after starting the period at $1,022. On the earnings side, the typical household in Shiloh, IL now reports about $99,573, up from $86,292 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 19.8 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 13,638 to 14,572 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.8% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 38.3% to 43.3%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Shiloh, IL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Shiloh rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Shiloh, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Shiloh is $1,382/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,230/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($99,573/yr), Shiloh ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiloh an affordable city for renters?

Shiloh is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,382/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($99,573/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Shiloh falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Shiloh?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,382/mo in Shiloh. The local median household income is $99,573/yr, meaning the typical Shiloh household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Shiloh?

Rent in Shiloh has increased 11.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Shiloh rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Shiloh is one of the more affordable cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #108 out of 142 tracked cities at $1,382/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Shiloh?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Shiloh ($1,382/mo): Belleville ($1,048/mo), Collinsville ($1,255/mo), Fairview Heights ($1,379/mo).

What percentage of Shiloh residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.8% of Shiloh households are renters, while 63.2% are owner-occupied. Shiloh leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Shiloh rent compare to the national average?

Shiloh's median rent of $1,382/mo is $583 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #108 out of 142 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
17%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,382/mo, rent takes ~17% of Shiloh's median household income ($99,573/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Shiloh 17%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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