Forreston, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Forreston, Illinois?
$1,980 / month
for a family, 63.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,760 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Forreston cost of living score
82.2
Less expensive
17.8% lower
than the US average
12.3% lower
than the Illinois average
Forreston, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.8% lower than the U.S. average and 12.3% higher than the average for Illinois.

Forreston, IL

Housing costs in Forreston?
A typical home costs $123,700, which is 63.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 48.8% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Forreston costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 44.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Forreston?
To live comfortably in Forreston, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $23,760 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Forreston?
The cost of living in Forreston, IL is slightly below average when compared to other cities in the United States. The median home cost in Forreston is significantly lower than the national median at $117,100 compared to $231,200. Furthermore, the cost of goods and services are also lower than the national average with a grocery index score of 91.2 and a utility index score of 94.1. In addition, the overall cost of transportation is relatively low; the average gas price is $2.35 per gallon and public transit fares are affordable for commuters. All in all, Forreston offers its residents an affordable standard of living and plenty of opportunities for recreation and leisure activities.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesForrestonIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  90.0  Unlock100.0
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  28.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  99.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock106.2100.0
  117.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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