Athens, IL Cost of Living


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Athens cost of living score
84.6
Less expensive
15.4% lower
than the US average
9.7% lower
than the Illinois average
Athens, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.7% higher than the average for Illinois.

Athens, IL

Housing costs in Athens?
A typical home costs $182,400, which is 46.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.5% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Athens costs $940 per month, which is 34.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 34.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Athens?
To live comfortably in Athens, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $34,920 for a family, and $30,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Athens?
Athens, IL is known for its low cost of living. The median home price in the city is just over $82,000, making it an excellent option for those looking to purchase their first home or upgrade to a larger one. The cost of living index in Athens is also lower than the national average, meaning that residents can expect to find affordable prices on goods and services throughout the city. In addition, taxes are relatively low in Athens, allowing citizens to keep more of their hard-earned money. Overall, Athens offers residents not only an excellent quality of life but also a great value for their dollar.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAthensIllinoisUnited States
  84.693.7100.0
  96.294100
  111.896.9100.0
  59.780.2100.0
  $182,400$241,700$338,100
  98.1%97.7%100.0%
  86.6106.2100.0
  127.2107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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