Zip 61038 (Garden Prairie, IL) Cost of Living


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United States / Illinois / Rockford Metro Area / Boone County / No City / Garden Prairie (zip 61038)

Garden Prairie cost of living score
84.5
Less expensive
15.5% lower
than the US average
9.8% lower
than the Illinois average
Garden Prairie (zip 61038), Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.5% lower than the U.S. average and 9.8% higher than the average for Illinois.

Zip 61038 (Garden Prairie, IL)

Housing costs in Garden Prairie?
A typical home costs $235,400, which is 30.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 2.6% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Garden Prairie costs $1,050 per month, which is 26.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Garden Prairie?
To live comfortably in Garden Prairie (zip 61038), Illinois, a minimum annual income of $45,000 for a family, and $32,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Garden Prairie?
The cost of living in 61038 Garden Prairie, IL is relatively affordable. Housing costs are quite low compared to the national average, with a median home price of approximately $128,000. Property and sales taxes are both fairly low as well. The overall cost of goods and services is also below the national average in this area, making it an attractive choice for those looking to live in an area with more financial freedom. Groceries, healthcare, utilities, and transportation all tend to be more affordable than the rest of the state. With plenty of recreational activities nearby and easy access to big cities like Chicago and Milwaukee, Garden Prairie is an ideal place for those who want a peaceful life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGarden PrairieIllinoisUnited States
  84.593.7100.0
  94.594100
  106.496.9100.0
  80.280.2100.0
  $235,400$241,700$338,100
  98.1%97.7%100.0%
  83.1106.2100.0
  113.1107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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