Springfield, IL Rent History
115 months of data, 2016–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-06)
$1,176
1-year change
+6.4%
$71/mo
5-year change
+41.0%
$342/mo
10-year change
+61.8%
$449/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Springfield
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $727/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2017 | $719/mo | -1.1% | -1.1% |
| 2018 | $735/mo | +2.2% | +1.1% |
| 2019 | $754/mo | +2.6% | +3.7% |
| 2020 | $777/mo | +3.1% | +6.9% |
| 2021 | $818/mo | +5.3% | +12.5% |
| 2022 | $907/mo | +10.9% | +24.8% |
| 2023 | $979/mo | +7.9% | +34.7% |
| 2024 | $1,046/mo | +6.8% | +43.9% |
| 2025 | $1,096/mo | +4.8% | +50.8% |
| 2026 | $1,172/mo | +6.9% | +61.2% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Springfield changed since 2016?
Median rent in Springfield, IL was $727 in 2016-12 and is $1,176 as of 2026-06 — a change of $449 per month over 10 years.
How much has Springfield rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Springfield, IL has changed +41.0% ($342 per month). The current median is $1,176.
What has rent in Springfield done over the past decade?
Over the past 10 years, median rent in Springfield, IL has changed +61.8% ($449 per month). It is now $1,176.
Is rent in Springfield going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Springfield, IL has increased +6.4% ($71/mo). Current median: $1,176.