Northfield, IL Cost of Living


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Northfield cost of living score
105.7
More expensive
5.7% higher
than the US average
12.8% higher
than the Illinois average
Northfield, 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.

Northfield, IL

Housing costs in Northfield?
A typical home costs $731,300, which is 116.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 202.6% more expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Northfield costs $2,100 per month, which is 46.9% more than the national average of $1,430 and 40.0% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Northfield?
To live comfortably in Northfield, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $140,040 for a family, and $73,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Northfield?
Northfield, IL is an affordable place to live, with the cost of living significantly lower than the national average. The median home price is $356,100, which is below the state average of $208,900. Rent for a one-bedroom apartment averages around $1,168 per month and utilities including gas and electric can range from $100-$200 per month depending on usage. Groceries are moderately priced, as well as health care services. Transportation costs are generally low due to ample public transportation options in the city. All in all, Northfield is an affordable place to live with plenty of amenities and recreational activities available.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesNorthfieldIllinoisUnited States
  105.793.7100.0
  110.294100
  88.096.9100.0
  232.580.2100.0
  $731,300$241,700$338,100
  95.0%97.7%100.0%
  127.9106.2100.0
  139.9107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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