Metropolis, IL Cost of Living


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Metropolis cost of living score
72
Less expensive
28.0% lower
than the US average
23.2% lower
than the Illinois average
Metropolis, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.0% lower than the U.S. average and 23.2% higher than the average for Illinois.

Metropolis, IL

Housing costs in Metropolis?
A typical home costs $84,900, which is 74.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 64.9% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Metropolis costs $660 per month, which is 53.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 90.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Metropolis?
To live comfortably in Metropolis, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $16,200 for a family, and $21,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Metropolis?
The cost of living in Metropolis, IL is generally affordable. Depending on the type of lifestyle and where one chooses to live, prices can range from moderately inexpensive to slightly higher than average. Groceries, utilities, and medical care are all reasonably priced. The city does have some areas that are more expensive, but overall it is an affordable place to live. Housing costs tend to be lower than the national average due to the availability of options in various locations within the city. Additionally, transportation costs are low since public transit is available and many locals prefer to walk or bike for short commutes.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMetropolisIllinoisUnited States
  72.093.7100.0
  92.494100
  127.696.9100.0
  20.080.2100.0
  $84,900$241,700$338,100
  96.1%97.7%100.0%
  68.9106.2100.0
  97.6107.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

Metropolis is a good place to raise a family and to retire in. Excellant hospitals within easy reach etc. Excellant schools and a low crime  More

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