Lee, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Lee, Illinois?
$2,850 / month
for a family, 47.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,200 for the year for a family.
$2,800 / month
for a single person, 41.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $33,600 for the year for a single person.

Lee cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
20.9% lower
than the Illinois average
Lee, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 20.9% higher than the average for Illinois.

Lee, IL

Housing costs in Lee?
A typical home costs $177,900, which is 47.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.4% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lee costs $1,000 per month, which is 30.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 26.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Lee?
To live comfortably in Lee, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $34,200 for a family, and $33,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lee?
The cost of living in Lee, IL is quite affordable. The median home value is around $100,000 and the median rent is $735 per month. Utilities are also reasonably priced, with average electricity costs being around $90 per month. Groceries are slightly higher than the national average, costing an estimated 10% more. Additionally, taxes are relatively low compared to other states. Overall, the cost of living in Lee, IL is manageable for most households.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLeeIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
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  50.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  99.2  Unlock100.0
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  103.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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