Average rent in Skokie: $2,179/month
What it really costs to rent in Skokie, Illinois. Market-rate rent across all home types, tracked monthly since 2020.
Skokie rent trend, last 5 years
Rent by ZIP code
| ZIP | Area | Avg rent (May 2026) | 1-yr change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60077 | North Skokie / Old Orchard | $2,230 | +$83 (+3.9%) | trend → |
| 60076 | South Skokie | $2,053 | n/a (n/a) | trend → |
ZIPs without sufficient rental volume in the index are not shown.
Skokie rent vs nearby cities
At $2,179/month, Skokie is cheaper than 5 of the 6 nearby cities we track and pricier than 1. See Skokie rent compared with Morton Grove, Park Ridge, Evanston, Lincolnwood, Niles, Des Plaines →
Who rents in Skokie
25.9% of Skokie households rent. Census data says current renters pay a median of $1,491/month including utilities — about $688 below today's $2,179 market rate, the gap between long-held leases and what a new mover pays. See who rents in Skokie, rent burden, and the income picture →
Section 8 & fair market rent
HUD's FY2026 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom here is $1,800–$1,950 depending on ZIP — the baseline voucher programs use. See studio through 4-bedroom figures →
When is rent cheapest in Skokie?
Historically, the Skokie index has climbed fastest in May, June, July and gone flat in October, November, December — a swing worth about $26/month at today's average. See the month-by-month data →
What you need to earn to rent in Skokie
Affording the typical $2,179/month at the 30%-of-income guideline takes about $87,160/year — roughly $42/hour full-time. See the income needed by ZIP and how it compares to local pay →
Know your rights as a Skokie renter
Cook County's tenant ordinance covers Skokie rentals: security deposits capped at 1.5 months' rent and returned within 30 days, lockouts banned outright, and under Illinois law a flat 'no Section 8' is illegal. See the rules that protect Skokie renters, with official sources →
What $2,179 means in Skokie
A year ago the average was $2,113; five years ago it was $1,612 — a 35% rise. Renters comparing Skokie to the wider Chicago metro (averaging $2,266) are paying about 4% less than the metro typical.
These figures are smoothed market-rate estimates across apartments, condos, and single-family rentals — what a typical unit rents for today, not an average of asking prices. Methodology and caveats are documented here.
Skokie rent FAQ
What is the average rent in Skokie, IL?
As of May 2026, the average rent in Skokie, IL is $2,179/month. That is a smoothed market-rate figure across apartments, condos, and single-family homes — what a typical unit rents for today, not an average of current asking-price listings.
Is rent going up in Skokie?
Skokie rent is up from a year ago: +$66 (+3.1%), from $2,113 to $2,179. Over the past five years it has moved 35%, from $1,612.
Which ZIP code has the highest rent in Skokie?
Among the Skokie ZIP codes we track, 60077 (North Skokie / Old Orchard) is the most expensive at $2,230/month, and 60076 (South Skokie) the least at $2,053/month, as of May 2026.
How much do you need to earn to afford rent in Skokie?
Renting the typical $2,179/month home in Skokie on the standard 30%-of-income guideline takes about $87,160 a year, or roughly $42/hour at full-time hours.
When is the cheapest time to rent in Skokie?
Historically, Skokie rents have been flattest in October, November, December and risen fastest in May, June, July — a seasonal swing of about $26/month at today's average. Signing or renewing in the softer months has tended to mean a better rate.
Where does SkokieRent's rent data come from, and how current is it?
The figures come from Zillow's public ZORI research dataset, a smoothed index of observed market rents updated monthly. The latest month available is May 2026; Zillow normally runs about two months behind. Zillow also revises its most recent months as more data arrives — typically by under about 1% — so a recent figure can shift by a few dollars between our updates.
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