Elizabethtown, IL Cost of Living


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United States / Illinois / No Metro Area / Hardin County / Elizabethtown / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Elizabethtown, Illinois?
$1,080 / month
for a family, 80.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $12,960 for the year for a family.
$1,933 / month
for a single person, 59.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,200 for the year for a single person.

Elizabethtown cost of living score
76.2
Less expensive
23.8% lower
than the US average
18.7% lower
than the Illinois average
Elizabethtown, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.8% lower than the U.S. average and 18.7% higher than the average for Illinois.

Elizabethtown, IL

Housing costs in Elizabethtown?
A typical home costs $68,200, which is 79.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 71.8% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elizabethtown costs $760 per month, which is 46.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 65.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Elizabethtown?
To live comfortably in Elizabethtown, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $12,960 for a family, and $23,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elizabethtown?
Elizabethtown, IL is known for its affordable cost of living. The median home value in the area is just under $80,000, and the median cost of rent is lower than the national average at around $500 per month. Utilities are also relatively inexpensive compared to many other cities and towns across the country. This cost of living makes Elizabethtown a great place to live on a budget or if you are looking to save money in retirement.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesElizabethtownIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  91.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock96.9100.0
  24.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  95.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock106.2100.0
  88.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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