Zip 61277 (Prophetstown, IL) Cost of Living


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United States / Illinois / Sterling Metro Area / Whiteside County / No City / Prophetstown (zip 61277)

Prophetstown cost of living score
74.3
Less expensive
25.7% lower
than the US average
20.7% lower
than the Illinois average
Prophetstown (zip 61277), Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.7% lower than the U.S. average and 20.7% higher than the average for Illinois.

Zip 61277 (Prophetstown, IL)

Housing costs in Prophetstown?
A typical home costs $119,200, which is 64.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.7% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Prophetstown costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 48.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Prophetstown?
To live comfortably in Prophetstown (zip 61277), Illinois, a minimum annual income of $22,680 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Prophetstown?
The cost of living in 61277 Prophetstown, IL is relatively low compared to the national average. Housing costs are quite affordable with a median home value of $91,800 and an average rent price of $636 per month. Grocery prices are also lower than the national average, and overall, the cost of living index is ranked at 86.5, which is 14.5% below the national average. This makes the area a great option for those looking for more affordable living conditions without sacrificing quality. Additionally, taxes are lower than the national average as well as the state average in Illinois, making it even more attractive to potential residents.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesProphetstownIllinoisUnited States
  74.393.7100.0
  91.994100
  118.696.9100.0
  38.880.2100.0
  $119,200$241,700$338,100
  103.9%97.7%100.0%
  75.7106.2100.0
  103.3107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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