South Chicago Heights, IL Cost of Living


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South Chicago Heights cost of living score
105.7
More expensive
5.7% higher
than the US average
12.8% higher
than the Illinois average
South Chicago Heights, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.7% higher than the U.S. average and 12.8% higher than the average for Illinois.

South Chicago Heights, IL

Housing costs in South Chicago Heights?
A typical home costs $152,800, which is 54.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.8% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in South Chicago Heights costs $1,210 per month, which is 15.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford South Chicago Heights?
To live comfortably in South Chicago Heights, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $29,160 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about South Chicago Heights?
South Chicago Heights, IL is a great place to live with its affordable cost of living. According to BestPlaces's Cost of Living Index, the city ranks lower than the US average in terms of monthly expenses for groceries, transportation, health care, and housing. Groceries are particularly affordable at 10% lower than the national average. The median home value is around $126,000, making it one of the most reasonably-priced areas in Illinois. Renters can also benefit from lower than average costs per square foot that range between $0.60 - $1.20 depending on location and amenities. With all this in mind, South Chicago Heights offers many benefits for those looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSouth Chicago HeightsIllinoisUnited States
  105.793.7100.0
  91.894100
  88.096.9100.0
  42.280.2100.0
  $152,800$241,700$338,100
  95.0%97.7%100.0%
  134.1106.2100.0
  139.8107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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