Mattoon, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Mattoon, Illinois?
$1,530 / month
for a family, 71.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $18,360 for the year for a family.
$1,867 / month
for a single person, 60.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,400 for the year for a single person.

Mattoon cost of living score
69.7
Less expensive
30.3% lower
than the US average
25.6% lower
than the Illinois average
Mattoon, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 69.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 30.3% lower than the U.S. average and 25.6% higher than the average for Illinois.

Mattoon, IL

Housing costs in Mattoon?
A typical home costs $96,400, which is 71.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 60.1% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mattoon costs $740 per month, which is 48.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 70.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Mattoon?
To live comfortably in Mattoon, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mattoon?
Mattoon, IL is known for its low cost of living. The median home value in Mattoon is $100,000 which is lower than the national average of $184,700. The median gross rent is also significantly lower at $739 compared to the national average of $949. Additionally, transportation costs are much lower here than in other parts of the country with an average cost per gallon at only $2.35. Overall, Mattoon's cost of living is significantly lower than other parts of the country making it an attractive place to live for those interested in saving money while still enjoying all that Mattoon has to offer.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMattoonIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  91.7  Unlock100.0
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  27.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  96.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock106.2100.0
  115.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

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