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What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois (ZIP 62226) is $1,008/month (±$65), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $167,000 (±$14,374), and the median household income is $70,797/year. The unemployment rate in St. Clair County, Illinois was 4.2% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 62226
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,008 |
| Median Home Value | $167,000 |
| Median Household Income | $70,797 |
| Total Housing Units | 11,919 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 3,928 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 33% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 824 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4.2% |
How does ZIP 62226 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Illinois.
Higher rent than 59% of ZIP codes in Illinois · 479th of 1173
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 60712 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 60461 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 60184 | $3,501 |
| … 475 more … | ||
| 479 | ZCTA5 62226(you are here) | $1,008 |
| … 691 more … | ||
| 1171 | ZCTA5 62459 | $283 |
| 1172 | ZCTA5 62931 | $246 |
| 1173 | ZCTA5 62921 | $99 |
Geography
ZIP 62226 is in St. Clair County, Illinois.
It covers part of Swansea village city, Illinois.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois (ZIP 62226) is $1,008/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois?
The median home value in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois (ZIP 62226) is $167,000 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 62226 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 62226, Illinois, 824 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois?
The median household income in ZCTA5 62226, Illinois is $70,797/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,008 has a margin of error of ±$65. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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