Cost of Living in Des Plaines, IL
Population: 59,408 • 2026 Data
$94,303
Median Household Income
+22% vs national
$1,435
Median Monthly Rent
+6% vs national
$318,200
Median Home Value
-6% vs national
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Des Plaines
The median home value in Des Plaines, IL is $318,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,435, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,544.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Des Plaines, IL is $94,303. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6%, with a labor force of 32,190 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.