Cost of Living in Carol Stream, IL
Population: 39,427 • 2026 Data
$105,395
Median Household Income
+36% vs national
$1,465
Median Monthly Rent
+9% vs national
$308,700
Median Home Value
-9% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Carol Stream
The median home value in Carol Stream, IL is $308,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,465, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,656.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Carol Stream, IL is $105,395. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 22,453 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.