Last updated on July 31, 2026

Average rent in
Springfield, IL

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Springfield rent stands today

    Springfield, IL rent rose 5.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,100/month matching the city's peak rent level. Renters are paying $114 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.

  • Compared to national trends

    Springfield sits 43.0% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters in a smaller market with 124 total rentals.

  • Price ranges

    Studios and 1-bedrooms in Springfield run around $800/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,088/month, and 3-bedrooms at $1,250/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,795/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,200/month while apartments are at $950/month, reflecting a balanced inventory split.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Downtown Springfield rents fell 53.9% year over year to $1,023/month across 21 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 5.2% rise. This sharp local decline shows a distinct cooling in this neighborhood compared to the broader market.

Median rent

Median rent in Springfield

$1,100/mo

increased by5%

vs previous year

The average rent in Springfield is $1,100 per month as of July 2026. This is 43% below the national average rent, or $830 less per month.

$1.38

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Springfield

124

for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Springfield rentals at each price point

80%60%40%20%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Springfield, IL

Average rent prices in Springfield have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 Springfield, IL

Rent prices in Springfield vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Springfield is $950, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Springfield run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,041.

Listings

Studio

$800

1%

13%

1 bedroom

$800

2%

6%

2 bedroom

$1,088

2%

16%

3 bedroom

$1,250

4%

1%

4 bedroom

$2,795

23%

57%

Studio

Average rent

$800

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

13%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$800

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

6%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,088

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

16%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,250

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

1%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,795

Last 30 days

23%

Last year

57%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Springfield, 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 Springfield, IL compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Springfield and Alton by all bedroom counts and property types.

Springfield

Median rent price$1,100
decreased by43%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,000
decreased by48%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Springfield, IL is 10% higher than the median rent in Alton, IL.

Average rent in nearby cities

Explore rent trends in neighboring markets

Alton

$1,000

decreased by6%
Last year
Bethalto

$1,100

increased by9%
Last year
Bloomington

$1,095

Flat
Last year
Chatham

$1,350

decreased by8%
Last year
Decatur

$875

decreased by4%
Last year
Godfrey

$1,062

decreased by6%
Last year

Cost of living in Springfield, 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 & Services4% lower
Groceries2% lower
Health18% lower
Housing11% lower
Transportation14% higher
Utilities6% lower

Discover rentals in Springfield, IL

3500 N Dirksen Pkwy #66 - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted

5d+ ago

House for rent in Springfield

House for rent

426 South Grand Ave West - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

3d ago

9

Excellent

426 South Grand Ave West

1301 S Whittier Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

1616 S 7th St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Iles Park apartment for rent in Springfield

1616 South 7th Street - A

1616 S 7th St #1, Springfield, IL 62703

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 20

1616 S 7th St #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Iles Park apartment for rent in Springfield

1616 South 7th Street - A

1616 S 7th St #A, Springfield, IL 62703

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 20

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Frequently asked questions for Springfield, IL

Quick answers to common questions about the Springfield rental market.

How much is rent in Springfield?

The average rent in Springfield is $1,100 per month as of July 25, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Springfield?

Average rent prices in Springfield have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.

How does Springfield rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Springfield is 43% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $830 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Springfield?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Springfield are Vinegar Hill ($842/mo), Old Aristocracy Hill ($900/mo), and Historic West Side ($967/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Springfield?

To comfortably afford rent in Springfield, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Springfield average around $800/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,030/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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913 N 7th St, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
1004 N Bruns Ln, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
1024 N 11th St, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
200 E Southwind Rd, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
2517 Yale Blvd, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
120 Como Ln, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
1125 Latigo Ln, Springfield, IL 62712, USA
1701 Dial Ct, Springfield, IL 62704, USA
1908 1/2 S 4th St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
229 S Paul St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
2360 S 9th St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
2407 N 15th St, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
3137 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
4201 Pickfair Rd, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
910 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62704, USA
2401 Aaron Ct, Springfield, IL 62704, USA
1408 N 15th St, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
17 Grand Valley Dr, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
1760 Fairmont Dr, Springfield, IL 62702, USA