Alden, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Alden, Illinois?
$4,770 / month
for a family, 11.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $57,240 for the year for a family.
$3,500 / month
for a single person, 26.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $42,000 for the year for a single person.

Alden cost of living score
101.9
More expensive
1.9% higher
than the US average
8.8% higher
than the Illinois average
Alden, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 101.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.9% higher than the U.S. average and 8.8% higher than the average for Illinois.

Alden, IL

Housing costs in Alden?
A typical home costs $0, which is 100.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 100.0% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Alden 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 Alden?
To live comfortably in Alden, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $57,240 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Alden?
The cost of living in Alden, IL is lower than the US average. According to the US average Cost of Living index of 100, Alden, IL is approximately 97.5. This means that everyday expenses like groceries and housing costs are a little bit cheaper than the national average. The median house value in Alden, IL is $261,500 - nearly $77,000 less than the US average. With a lower cost of living and house value, Alden, IL is an attractive place for those looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAldenIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
Grocery 94100

   100=National Average

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