Rental GuideBloomington, IL

Bloomington rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,100

Year Over Year Change

-12%

$160

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Bloomington apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

21%

$751 - $1,500

66%

$0 - $750

11%

21%

66%

11%

How has rent in Bloomington, IL changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Bloomington, IL, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,100, which is a 12.03% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington, IL is about $875. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Bloomington, IL is $1,087, and studios are about $758 per month.

See more Bloomington, IL rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Bloomington, IL?

schools

12,409

students

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Who lives in Bloomington, IL?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

23%

35-44

13%

45-64

24%

65+

13%

Language

English

87%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

41%

Bachelor's

37%

Master's

12%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Bloomington, IL?

Families

48% Families

52% Single

Property

39% Renters

61% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

21%

25-50k

18%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

15%

150k+

14%

How do residents get around Bloomington, IL?

Bloomington locals spend about 16 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Bloomington is through Chicago Midway International Airport, 110.41 miles away.

Walking

6/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Bloomington are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Bloomington, IL

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Bloomington, 57% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Bloomington

Pet friendly

86%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

86%Satisfaction rating

Job market

71%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Nightlife

Public transportation

Affordable housing

Weather

Dating scene

Cost of living

Quality schools

71%

Nightlife

57%

Public transportation

57%

Affordable housing

43%

Weather

43%

Dating scene

43%

Cost of living

14%

71%

57%

43%

14%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Bloomington, IL?

The overall cost of living in Bloomington, IL is 3% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Bloomington you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.50 per carton, and milk $4.79. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $123.00 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	7% higher
Groceries	2% lower
Utilities	4% higher
Transportation	2% higher
Health	7% higher

CATEGORY

Goods & Services