Jacksonville, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Jacksonville, Illinois?
$1,860 / month
for a family, 65.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,320 for the year for a family.
$2,000 / month
for a single person, 58.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,000 for the year for a single person.

Jacksonville cost of living score
72.9
Less expensive
27.1% lower
than the US average
22.2% lower
than the Illinois average
Jacksonville, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.1% lower than the U.S. average and 22.2% higher than the average for Illinois.

Jacksonville, IL

Housing costs in Jacksonville?
A typical home costs $116,500, which is 65.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.8% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jacksonville costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 57.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Jacksonville?
To live comfortably in Jacksonville, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $22,320 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jacksonville?
Jacksonville, IL is a very affordable place to live in comparison with many other cities. The cost of living is around 13% lower than the national average and there are no state or local income taxes. Housing costs are quite low, with median home prices currently hovering around $84,000 and rents averaging about $600 per month. Goods and services are also less expensive than the national average, allowing residents to stretch their dollars farther. Overall, Jacksonville provides a great quality-of-life at a very reasonable cost.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesJacksonvilleIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  92.6  Unlock100.0
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  36.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  104.2  Unlock100.0
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  117.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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