Last updated on July 30, 2026

Average rent in
Decatur, IL

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Decatur rent stands today

    Decatur, IL rent rose 2.9% year over year to a current median of $875/month. Although the percentage increased, the median rent is $34 less than the peak of $925/month reached two months ago in May 2026.

  • Compared to national trends

    Decatur is 54.7% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 91 total rentals, mostly houses, across the metro.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Decatur run around $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms around $725/month, and 2-bedrooms around $865/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,600/month. The 2-bedroom segment accounts for the largest share of rentals at 55.6%.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    South Shores rents fell 58.6% year over year to $825/month across 21 rentals, a notable local decline compared to the citywide 2.9% rise. North Fork and Home Park also saw declines of 46.9% and 35.5%, respectively, showing uneven neighborhood trends.

Median rent

Median rent in Decatur

$875/mo

increased by3%

vs previous year

The average rent in Decatur is $875 per month as of July 2026. This is 55% below the national average rent, or $1,055 less per month.

$0.98

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Decatur

91

for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Decatur rentals at each price point

75%56%38%19%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Decatur, IL

Average rent prices in Decatur have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Decatur, IL

Rent prices in Decatur vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Decatur is $900, whereas a house costs $875. 1-bedroom apartments in Decatur run $725 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.

Listings

Studio

$1,200

11%

-

1 bedroom

$725

8%

26%

2 bedroom

$865

No Change

4%

3 bedroom

$995

3%

12%

4 bedroom

$2,600

12%

49%

Studio

Average rent

$1,200

Last 30 days

11%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$725

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

26%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$865

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$995

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

12%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,600

Last 30 days

12%

Last year

49%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Decatur, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Decatur, IL compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Decatur and Bloomington by all bedroom counts and property types.

Decatur

Median rent price$875
decreased by55%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,095
decreased by43%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Decatur, IL is 20% lower than the median rent in Bloomington, IL.

Average rent in nearby cities

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Bloomington

$1,095

Flat
Last year
Champaign

$1,300

increased by9%
Last year
Charleston

$770

increased by8%
Last year
East Peoria

$1,125

decreased by2%
Last year
Mount Zion

$935

decreased by46%
Last year
Normal

$1,275

increased by7%
Last year

Cost of living in Decatur, IL

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services12% lower
Groceries2% lower
Health15% lower
Housing49% lower
Transportation6% lower
Utilities6% higher

Discover rentals in Decatur, IL

2271 E Hickory St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Grant Park house for rent in Decatur

2271 E Hickory St, Decatur, IL 62526

2 beds

1 bath

$350

House for rent

Available Mar 26

1637 W Cushing St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Ravina Park house for rent in Decatur

1637 W Cushing St, Decatur, IL 62526

3 beds

1 bath

$450

House for rent

Available Jul 16

821 N Oakland Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

NUA house for rent in Decatur

821 N Oakland Ave, Decatur, IL 62522

2 beds

1 bath

$650

$550

Price drop

House for rent

403 East Division Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

403 East Division Street

403 E Division St, Decatur, IL 62526

3 beds

1 bath

$554

House for rent

Available Jul 30

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Frequently asked questions for Decatur, IL

Quick answers to common questions about the Decatur rental market.

How much is rent in Decatur?

The average rent in Decatur is $875 per month as of July 25, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Decatur?

Average rent prices in Decatur have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.

How does Decatur rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Decatur is 55% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,055 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Decatur?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Decatur are Nua ($807/mo), Clokey Park ($822/mo), and Nelson Park Lyons Park ($825/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Decatur?

To comfortably afford rent in Decatur, you'd need to earn approximately $35,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Decatur?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Decatur average around $690/month and two-bedrooms approximately $880/month.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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1421 Sedgwick St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
1811 N Morgan St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
223 S Edward St, Decatur, IL 62522, USA
2618 E Garfield Ave, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
819 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
1035 Elmhurst Ave, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
1180 E Mueller Ave, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
1329 E Riverside Ave, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
1344 E Condit St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
1365 E Walnut St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
1719 W Olive St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
1753 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
1830 N Lowber St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
1908 N Union St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
2061 N College St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
2081 N College St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
3114 Lakeland Rd, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
440 W Sawyer St, Decatur, IL 62526, USA
450 S 22nd St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA
515 S Boyd St, Decatur, IL 62522, USA