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ZIP 61021

Part of Dixon, IL
Pop. 22,308·Lee County·208th most expensive ZIP in Illinois
Median rent (all units)
$1,133/mo
Year-over-Year
+14.9%
Month-over-Month
-2.8%
vs US Median
-$832
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ZIP 61021 · $1,133
More affordable than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$640
1 BR
$800
2 BR
$920
3 BR
$1,260
4 BR+
$1,390
Research median
$920/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
$13,596/yr
At $1,133/mo median
Location
CityDixon
StateIL
CountyLee County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 14.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+14.9% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 61021 (Dixon, IL) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,308
Median income
$69,127
Median age
43.4
Renters
27.2%
Age distribution
18.6%
20.4%
24%
15.1%
21.9%
Under 1818.6%
18–3420.4%
35–5424%
55–6415.1%
65+21.9%
Gender
54.3%
45.7%
Male54.3%
Female45.7%
Race & ethnicity
83.2%
White83.2%
Black7.5%
Hispanic8.2%
Asian0.9%
Education (25+)
35%
33.8%
21.1%
No HS diploma10.2%
HS diploma35%
Some college33.8%
Bachelor's+21.1%
Housing tenure
72.8%
27.2%
Owner72.8%
Renter27.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 61021 in Dixon, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$60,976 → $69,127
up 13.4%
Population
22,680 → 22,308
down 1.6%
Renter share
29% → 27.2%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
20.6% → 21.1%
+0.5 pts

Household income in the area moved from $60,976 to $69,127 across the same window, up 13.4% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 22,680 to 22,308 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change. About 27.2% of households rent today, against 29% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 61021 covers Dixon, IL. The median rent here is $1,133/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $800/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $920/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($69,127/yr), ZIP 61021 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 61021?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 61021 (Dixon, IL) is $1,133. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 61021 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 61021's median rent of $1,133/mo is $832 (42%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 61021 compare to other ZIPs in Illinois?

ZIP 61021 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Illinois, ranking #208 out of 230 ZIPs at $1,133/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 61021?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $45,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,133/mo in ZIP 61021. The local median household income is $69,127/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 61021?

Rent in ZIP 61021 has increased 14.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 61021 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 61021 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,133/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($69,127/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 61021 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 61021 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.2% of ZIP 61021 households are renters, while 72.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 61021 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 61021 compare to the rest of Dixon?

ZIP 61021 sits right at the Dixon citywide median of $1,133/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 61021 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 61021 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,133/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 61021's median household income ($69,127/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 61021 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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