Median Age
30 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 29% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
13%
Urbana
Urbana, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$894
Population
38,124
Renter Mix
64% Rent
Discover the unique charm of the Big Grove
Family-Friendly
•
University
•
Walkable
•
Bike-Friendly
•
Top Schools
•
Historic Downtown
•
There's much more to Champaign's sister city of Urbana than you might think. It is a lively college town, home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, it has a long and fascinating history, and it is family-friendly and beautiful. While it is usually tied to its next-door twin, Urbana stands out on its own -- Downtown Urbana is the city hub, home to Market at the Square, a farmers market that began in 1979. The historic downtown features historic architecture, bike lanes (and plenty of bike racks), sidewalk cafes, period lighting, and a wide variety of shops and restaurants.
In addition to the university, Urbana is home to the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, a research institute located on the university's campus. The neighborhood attracts those with children, thanks to its top-ranking schools, and it features beautiful parks, such as Crystal Lake Park and Meadowbrook Park. Historic Downtown Urbana is a terrific destination during its many festivals, which include the Boneyard Arts Festival, the Sweetcorn Festival, and the Pygmalion Festival.
Explore the City
Historic East Urbana has plenty of greenery with its lush tree-lined streets
Residents of King Park don't have to go far to find stores like Target for their shopping needs.
There are many art installations on the University campus near King Park.
Crystal Lake Art Fair is held annually and attended by many in Urbana.
Pedal the Preserves was an exciting cycling event near East Urbana that cyclist enjoyed.
East Urbana has charming homes in its quiet, quaint neighborhoods.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$44,511
Average: $66,512
Education
15,847
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,189
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Urbana has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
64%
Non-Renters
36%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Urbana, IL is $1,262 for a studio, $895 for one bedroom, $1,068 for two bedrooms, and $1,292 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Urbana has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$895/month
620 Sq Ft
House
$2,084/month
1,422 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Urbana, IL is 2.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Urbana is 9.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $895 - $1,292. You can expect to pay 2.2% less for groceries, 4.8% more for utilities, and 1.2% more for transportation.
Compare Cities
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Urbana, IL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-5
274 Students
Yankee Ridge Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
404 Students
Public
Grades K-5
297 Students
DR Preston L Williams Jr Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
446 Students
University Of Illinois High School
Public
Grades 6-12
306 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
903 Students
University Of Illinois High School
Public
Grades 6-12
306 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,220 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Anita Purves Nature Center
- Orpheum Children's Science Museum
- University of Illinois Arboretum
- Meadowbrook Park and Interpretive Center
- Staerkel Planetarium
Commuter Rail
Airports
- University of Illinois/Willard
Colleges
Top Apartments in Urbana
Houses for Rent in Urbana
Property Management Companies in Urbana, IL
JSJ Property Management Inc
-
17
Communities
-
434
Units
-
3
Cities
10 Communities in Urbana
Green Street Realty
-
12
Communities
-
857
Units
-
3
Cities
9 Communities in Urbana
Yugo
-
51
Communities
-
10,995
Units
-
41
Cities
3 Communities in Urbana
Cardinal Group Management and Advisory, LLC
-
160
Communities
-
32,084
Units
-
84
Cities
2 Communities in Urbana
Everest Equities Group
-
39
Communities
-
3,727
Units
-
31
Cities
2 Communities in Urbana
B.HOM Student Living, LLC
-
32
Communities
-
7,467
Units
-
24
Cities
2 Communities in Urbana
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
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 February 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.