Cost of Living in Calumet City, IL
Population: 35,253 • 2026 Data
$53,991
Median Household Income
-30% vs national
$1,138
Median Monthly Rent
-16% vs national
$133,600
Median Home Value
-61% vs national
9.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Calumet City
The median home value in Calumet City, IL is $133,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,138, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,170.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Calumet City, IL is $53,991. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4%, with a labor force of 17,447 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.