Prairie Grove, IL Cost of Living


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Prairie Grove cost of living score
101.9
More expensive
1.9% higher
than the US average
8.8% higher
than the Illinois average
Prairie Grove, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 101.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.9% higher than the U.S. average and 8.8% higher than the average for Illinois.

Prairie Grove, IL

Housing costs in Prairie Grove?
A typical home costs $405,400, which is 19.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.7% more expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Prairie Grove costs $1,930 per month, which is 35.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 34.7% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Prairie Grove?
To live comfortably in Prairie Grove, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $77,760 for a family, and $66,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Prairie Grove?
The cost of living in Prairie Grove, IL is quite affordable. According to the most recent Census data, the median home value in Prairie Grove is $163,000 with an average monthly rent of around $848. The overall cost of living index for Prairie Grove stands at 87.3, which is 13.7% lower than the U.S. average and makes it a great option for those looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle. Food prices are also 8.6% lower than the national average which helps make the cost of groceries more reasonable. Utility costs are also about 6% lower than the US average making it easier on families to keep their bills under control.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPrairie GroveIllinoisUnited States
  101.993.7100.0
  99.194100
  96.996.9100.0
  129.980.2100.0
  $405,400$241,700$338,100
  97.2%97.7%100.0%
  130.2106.2100.0
  138.7107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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