Housing in Benton, IL
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$109,415
Benton vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Benton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
14th%ilemost expensive$85,100show rank
Median Rent
27th%ilemost expensive rent$776show rank
Rent Burden
47th%ilehighest rent burden18.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$85,100
Median Rent
$776
Total Housing Units
3,488
Vacancy Rate
13.6%
Owner Occupied
62.9%
Renter Occupied
37.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,308
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$671
Housing Types
Single Family77.2%
Multi-Family19.1%
Mobile Home3.6%
The median home value in Benton, IL is $85,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Benton is $109,415. The median rent is $776 per month (Census ACS). About 62.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1958. There are 3,488 total housing units.