Zip 60174 (St. Charles, IL) Cost of Living


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St. Charles cost of living score
95.4
Less expensive
4.6% lower
than the US average
1.8% higher
than the Illinois average
St. Charles (zip 60174), Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 95.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.6% lower than the U.S. average and 1.8% lower than the average for Illinois.

Zip 60174 (St. Charles, IL)

Housing costs in St. Charles?
A typical home costs $351,900, which is 4.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.6% more expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in St. Charles costs $1,650 per month, which is 15.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 23.6% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford St. Charles?
To live comfortably in St. Charles (zip 60174), Illinois, a minimum annual income of $67,320 for a family, and $57,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about St. Charles?
The cost of living in 60174 St. Charles, IL is generally higher than the national average. This is due to a combination of factors, such as higher tax rates, higher housing costs, and the overall increased cost of goods and services. However, the area does offer a variety of recreational opportunities that help balance out the financial burden associated with living here. Homes in this area are typically more expensive than other areas within Illinois but come with an abundance of amenities such as access to parks and green spaces, quality education options, and plenty of dining and entertainment options. With all these factors in mind, it's easy to see why some choose to call St. Charles home despite its elevated cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSt. CharlesIllinoisUnited States
  95.493.7100.0
  98.194100
  92.796.9100.0
  103.380.2100.0
  $351,900$241,700$338,100
  97.8%97.7%100.0%
  92.6106.2100.0
  138.5107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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