Cost of Living in Streamwood, IL
Population: 39,055 • 2026 Data
$101,049
Median Household Income
+31% vs national
$1,849
Median Monthly Rent
+37% vs national
$258,300
Median Home Value
-24% vs national
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Streamwood
The median home value in Streamwood, IL is $258,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,849, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,602.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Streamwood, IL is $101,049. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%, with a labor force of 21,993 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.