Hometown, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Hometown, Illinois?
$2,790 / month
for a family, 48.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $33,480 for the year for a family.
$4,033 / month
for a single person, 15.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $48,400 for the year for a single person.

Hometown cost of living score
105.7
More expensive
5.7% higher
than the US average
12.8% higher
than the Illinois average
Hometown, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.7% higher than the U.S. average and 12.8% higher than the average for Illinois.

Hometown, IL

Housing costs in Hometown?
A typical home costs $174,700, which is 48.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 27.7% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hometown costs $1,390 per month, which is 2.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.4% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Hometown?
To live comfortably in Hometown, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $33,480 for a family, and $48,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hometown?
The cost of living in Hometown, IL is quite affordable compared to other cities. The median home price is $172,000, which is much lower than the national average and provides plenty of room for families of all sizes. Additionally, groceries are very inexpensive and utilities are also reasonably priced. Overall, Hometown offers a comfortable standard of living without having to break the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHometownIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  94.0  Unlock100.0
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  58.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  95.0  Unlock100.0
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  140.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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