Zip 60090 (Wheeling, IL) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Wheeling, Illinois?
$3,780 / month
for a family, 30.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,360 for the year for a family.
$4,733 / month
for a single person, 0.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $56,800 for the year for a single person.

Wheeling cost of living score
105.7
More expensive
5.7% higher
than the US average
12.8% higher
than the Illinois average
Wheeling (zip 60090), 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.

Zip 60090 (Wheeling, IL)

Housing costs in Wheeling?
A typical home costs $237,400, which is 29.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.8% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wheeling costs $1,620 per month, which is 13.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 22.2% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Wheeling?
To live comfortably in Wheeling (zip 60090), Illinois, a minimum annual income of $45,360 for a family, and $56,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wheeling?
The cost of living in 60090 Wheeling, IL is relatively low compared to other places in the country. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index for this zip code is 85.2, which is 13% lower than the U.S. average. The median home value in 60090 Wheeling, IL is $267,700 and the median rent is $1,294 per month. Grocery prices are also fairly reasonable with a monthly cost for food items at about $337 per person. Overall, the cost of living in 60090 Wheeling, IL is below average which makes it an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWheelingIllinoisUnited States
    Unlock93.7100.0
  96.3  Unlock100.0
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  84.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$241,700$338,100
  95.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock106.2100.0
  139.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 17 years ago

I've lived in Wheeling IL for 13 years. It's a culturally diverse community, mostly blue-collar middle-class but with something for everyone. Housing options include  More

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