Rental GuideGalesburg, IL

Galesburg rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$750

Year Over Year Change

-11%

$97

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Galesburg apartments

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$751 - $1,500

47%

$0 - $750

53%

47%

53%

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

The average rent in Galesburg, IL, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $750, which is a 10.65% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Galesburg, IL is about $750. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Galesburg, IL is $900, and studios are about $600 per month.

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

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

schools

3,928

students

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Who lives in Galesburg, IL?

Gender

52% Male

48% Female

Age Range

0-19

21%

20-34

20%

35-44

11%

45-64

25%

65+

21%

Language

English

91%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

14%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

21%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Galesburg, IL?

Families

35% Families

65% Single

Property

42% Renters

58% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

34%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Galesburg, IL?

Galesburg locals spend about 14 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Galesburg is through Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 146.46 miles away.

Walking

3/10

Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Cycling

4/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

10/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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

What is the cost of living in Galesburg, IL?

The overall cost of living in Galesburg, IL is 10% lower 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 Galesburg you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.69 per carton, and milk $4.55. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $135.90 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	No difference
Groceries	3% lower
Utilities	1% higher
Transportation	6% higher
Health	14% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services