Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
13%
Joliet, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,341
Population
149,660
Renter Mix
28% Rent
Find the best of the Chicagoland suburbs in the “City of Excitement”
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Located just 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Joliet combines historical charm with contemporary living. The city's rental market shows steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments renting for $1,108 and two-bedrooms for $1,423, reflecting modest year-over-year increases of 1.6% and 3.5% respectively. Downtown Joliet features the Rialto Square Theatre, an architectural masterpiece known as the "Jewel of Joliet," while Pilcher Park offers 640 acres of scenic trails and natural areas. The University of St. Francis campus and downtown entertainment venues, including Harrah's Casino, add to the city's diverse appeal.
Joliet's neighborhoods range from historic districts showcasing architectural character to newer residential developments. The west side features recent construction and growth, while the east side preserves its traditional atmosphere. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at Inwood Golf Course and Woodruff Golf Course, along with miles of paths on the Rock Run and Joliet Junction trails. The city offers excellent transportation options, with Metra rail service to Chicago and convenient access to Interstate 55 and Interstate 80. Joliet's position at the intersection of major waterways and railways has earned it recognition as the "Crossroads of Mid-America," highlighting its role as a key transportation hub in the Chicago metropolitan area.
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Joliet is home to several golf courses like the Inwood Golf Course.
Victorian style homes can be found near the Historic District in Joliet IL.
Joliet residents walk past restaurants and boutiques in the downtown area.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$75,371
Average: $94,151
Education
31,575
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
78,257
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Joliet has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Joliet, IL is $1,171 for a studio, $1,341 for one bedroom, $1,655 for two bedrooms, and $1,847 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Joliet has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,341/month
569 Sq Ft
House
$2,732/month
1,655 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,405/month
1,245 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Joliet, IL is 8.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Joliet is 22.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,171 - $1,847. You can expect to pay 1.8% more for groceries, 6.8% less for utilities, and 0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Joliet, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
131 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
413 Students
Forest Park Individual Ed School
Public
Grades K-5
263 Students
Public
Grades K-5
550 Students
Crystal Lawns Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
280 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
830 Students
Public
Grades K-8
131 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
410 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
745 Students
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm
Public
Grades 6-8
669 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,291 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,248 Students
Public
50 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 6-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Rock Run Greenway - I&M Canal Access
- Hammel Woods
- Rock Run Greenway - Paul V. Nichols Access
- Rock Run Greenway - Black Road Access
- Rock Run Greenway - Theodore Marsh
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.