Zion, IL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Zion, Illinois?
$2,790 / month
for a family, 48.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $33,480 for the year for a family.
$3,767 / month
for a single person, 21.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,200 for the year for a single person.

Zion cost of living score
97
Less expensive
3.0% lower
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Illinois average
Zion, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.0% lower than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Illinois.

Zion, IL

Housing costs in Zion?
A typical home costs $174,700, which is 48.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 27.7% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Zion costs $1,300 per month, which is 9.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 3.1% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Zion?
To live comfortably in Zion, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $33,480 for a family, and $45,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Zion?
The cost of living in Zion, IL is relatively low compared to other cities in the state and nation. According to the most recent data from Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index in Zion is 89.0, which is lower than the national average of 100 and significantly lower than the Illinois average of 108. The most significant factors driving this low cost of living are housing costs, which are 30% lower than the national average, and grocery prices, which are 8% lower than the national average. In addition, transportation costs are 18% lower than the national average and utilities prices are 6% lower than the national average. This combination of low housing costs and other essential expenses make Zion a great option for those looking to live in Illinois without breaking their budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesZionIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  94.2  Unlock100.0
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  53.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  92.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock106.2100.0
  141.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

I spent part of my childhood in Zion, moved away for 10 years, then came back while commuting to SAIC in Chicago. The town hadn't changed much. But in the last couple  More

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