Butler, IL Cost of Living


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Butler cost of living score
70.9
Less expensive
29.1% lower
than the US average
24.3% lower
than the Illinois average
Butler, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 70.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.1% lower than the U.S. average and 24.3% higher than the average for Illinois.

Butler, IL

Housing costs in Butler?
A typical home costs $66,700, which is 80.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 72.4% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Butler costs $700 per month, which is 51.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 80.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Butler?
To live comfortably in Butler, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $12,960 for a family, and $21,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Butler?
The cost of living in Butler, IL is relatively low compared to other areas of the state. According to Sperling's Best Places, the cost of living index in Butler is 86.2, which is well below the US average of 100. The median home value in the area is $70,800 and the median rental price is $590 a month. The area also has some great deals on groceries and other necessities for those looking to save money. Property taxes are also lower than in other parts of Illinois making it an attractive place for those looking to buy or rent a home. Overall, Butler offers residents an affordable quality of life with plenty of amenities nearby to keep you entertained.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesButlerIllinoisUnited States
  70.993.7100.0
  93.794100
  116.796.9100.0
  36.280.2100.0
  $66,700$241,700$338,100
  100.4%97.7%100.0%
  73.8106.2100.0
  87.9107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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