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ZIP 61265

Part of Moline, IL
Pop. 43,748·Rock Island County·219th most expensive ZIP in Illinois
Median rent (all units)
$998/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.1%
Month-over-Month
-4.6%
vs US Median
-$967
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ZIP 61265 · $998
More affordable than 98% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$820
1 BR
$930
2 BR
$1,150
3 BR
$1,510
4 BR+
$1,830
Research median
$1,150/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
$11,976/yr
At $998/mo median
Location
CityMoline
StateIL
CountyRock Island County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 7.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.1% YoY, -4.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 61265 (Moline, IL) is majority owner-occupied, 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,748
Median income
$66,933
Median age
37.9
Renters
32.3%
Age distribution
24.1%
20.7%
24.5%
18.8%
Under 1824.1%
18–3420.7%
35–5424.5%
55–6412%
65+18.8%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
68.3%
19.6%
White68.3%
Black10.2%
Hispanic19.6%
Asian3.5%
Education (25+)
26.6%
35.7%
28.1%
No HS diploma9.6%
HS diploma26.6%
Some college35.7%
Bachelor's+28.1%
Housing tenure
67.7%
32.3%
Owner67.7%
Renter32.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 61265 in Moline, IL has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,978 → $66,933
up 11.6%
Population
44,150 → 43,748
down 0.9%
Renter share
33.4% → 32.3%
-1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
28.2% → 28.1%
-0.1 pts
Median age
39.7 → 37.9
-1.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 61265 in Moline, IL now reports about $66,933, up from $59,978 in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 61265 covers Moline, IL. The median rent here is $998/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $930/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,150/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($66,933/yr), ZIP 61265 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 61265?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 61265 (Moline, IL) is $998. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 61265 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 61265's median rent of $998/mo is $967 (49%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 61265 compare to other ZIPs in Illinois?

ZIP 61265 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Illinois, ranking #219 out of 230 ZIPs at $998/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 61265?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $40,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $998/mo in ZIP 61265. The local median household income is $66,933/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 61265?

Rent in ZIP 61265 has increased 7.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 61265 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 61265 is considered very affordable for renters. At $998/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($66,933/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 61265 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 61265 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.3% of ZIP 61265 households are renters, while 67.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 61265 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 61265 compare to the rest of Moline?

ZIP 61265 sits right at the Moline citywide median of $998/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 61265 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 61265 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $998/mo, rent takes ~18% of ZIP 61265's median household income ($66,933/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 61265 18%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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