Wilmette, IL Cost of Living


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

Wilmette, IL

Housing costs in Wilmette?
A typical home costs $743,500, which is 119.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 207.6% more expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wilmette costs $2,060 per month, which is 44.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 38.8% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Wilmette?
To live comfortably in Wilmette, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $142,560 for a family, and $71,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wilmette?
Wilmette, IL is a relatively expensive place to live. According to BestPlaces.net, the average cost of living in Wilmette is 110% higher than the national average. The median home price is $528,800 and the median household income is over $137,000 a year. The expense of living here can be offset by the excellent school system, great shopping options and an abundance of cultural activities available in this affluent city. There are also plenty of opportunities for employment as Wilmette has become a bustling business hub with many companies setting up shop here. For those looking for an upscale lifestyle without breaking the bank, Wilmette has lots to offer!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWilmetteIllinoisUnited States
  105.793.7100.0
  10694100
  88.096.9100.0
  257.380.2100.0
  $743,500$241,700$338,100
  95.0%97.7%100.0%
  132.7106.2100.0
  140.1107.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Top notch teachers. Involved parents. Motivated students. Great public schools from elementary through high school.  More

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Over 12 years ago

It's a small city close to the lake and close to Chicago. One of the biggest advantages is its schools. Most of the elementary schools have a great school rating of 9  More

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Over 15 years ago

Wilmette is one of the close-in suburbs on Chicago's North Shore. Wilmette and next-door Evanston have their own parks, dining and recreation. And it's a short drive or  More

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