Cost of Living in Normal, IL
Population: 52,908 • 2026 Data
$66,350
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$974
Median Monthly Rent
-28% vs national
$199,900
Median Home Value
-41% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Normal
The median home value in Normal, IL is $199,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $974, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,112.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Normal, IL is $66,350. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 28,028 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.