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ZIP 60126

Part of Elmhurst, IL
Pop. 47,516·DuPage County·42nd most expensive ZIP in Illinois
Median rent (all units)
$2,449/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.3%
Month-over-Month
+3.8%
vs US Median
+$484
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ZIP 60126 · $2,449
More expensive than 78% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,960
1 BR
$2,090
2 BR
$2,360
3 BR
$3,040
4 BR+
$3,520
Research median
$2,360/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,388/yr
At $2,449/mo median
Location
StateIL
CountyDuPage County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.3% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 60126 (Elmhurst, IL) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 63.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
47,516
Median income
$147,566
Median age
42.4
Renters
19.3%
Age distribution
23.9%
16.5%
26.7%
13.6%
19.4%
Under 1823.9%
18–3416.5%
35–5426.7%
55–6413.6%
65+19.4%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
77.4%
White77.4%
Black1.9%
Hispanic10.7%
Asian7.9%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
12.3%
20.1%
63.6%
No HS diploma3.9%
HS diploma12.3%
Some college20.1%
Bachelor's+63.6%
Housing tenure
80.7%
19.3%
Owner80.7%
Renter19.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 60126 in Elmhurst, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,738 → $2,449
up 40.9%
Income
$124,789 → $147,566
up 18.3%
Population
47,822 → 47,516
down 0.6%
Renter share
18.9% → 19.3%
+0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
61% → 63.6%
+2.6 pts
Median age
40.9 → 42.4
+1.5 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 60126 in Elmhurst, IL has increased from $1,738 to $2,449, a 40.9% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 60126 in Elmhurst, IL now reports about $147,566, up from $124,789 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 63.6% of adults here, versus 61% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 60126 in Elmhurst, IL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 60126 covers Elmhurst, IL. The median rent here is $2,449/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,090/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,360/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($147,566/yr), ZIP 60126 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 60126?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 60126 (Elmhurst, IL) is $2,449. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 60126 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 60126's median rent of $2,449/mo is $484 (25%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 60126 compare to other ZIPs in Illinois?

ZIP 60126 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Illinois, ranking #42 out of 230 ZIPs tracked at $2,449/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 60126?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,449/mo in ZIP 60126. The local median household income is $147,566/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 60126?

Rent in ZIP 60126 has increased 9.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 60126 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 60126 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,449/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($147,566/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 60126 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 60126 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.3% of ZIP 60126 households are renters, while 80.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 60126 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 60126 compare to the rest of Elmhurst?

ZIP 60126 sits right at the Elmhurst citywide median of $2,449/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 60126 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 60126 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,449/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 60126's median household income ($147,566/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.95%
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