Springfield, IL Rent History
118 months of data, 2016–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$1,178
1-year change
+4.3%
$49/mo
5-year change
+37.0%
$318/mo
10-year change
+61.6%
$449/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Springfield
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $729/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2017 | $722/mo | -1.0% | -1.0% |
| 2018 | $738/mo | +2.2% | +1.2% |
| 2019 | $757/mo | +2.6% | +3.8% |
| 2020 | $781/mo | +3.2% | +7.1% |
| 2021 | $820/mo | +5.0% | +12.5% |
| 2022 | $909/mo | +10.9% | +24.7% |
| 2023 | $980/mo | +7.8% | +34.4% |
| 2024 | $1,045/mo | +6.6% | +43.3% |
| 2025 | $1,100/mo | +5.3% | +50.9% |
| 2026 | $1,167/mo | +6.1% | +60.1% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Springfield changed since 2016?
Median rent in Springfield, IL was $729 in 2016-12 and is $1,178 as of 2026-09 — 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 +37.0% ($318 per month). The current median is $1,178.
What has rent in Springfield done over the past decade?
Over the past 10 years, median rent in Springfield, IL has changed +61.6% ($449 per month). It is now $1,178.
Is rent in Springfield going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Springfield, IL has increased +4.3% ($49/mo). Current median: $1,178.