Cost of Living in Illinois
Based on 1 city we track in Illinois.
State Medians
Median 1BR Rent
$1,258
Median Home Value
$315,200
Median Income
$75,134
Avg Temperature
52.7°F
Medians across the Illinois cities we track — not a statewide population-weighted figure.
State Taxes
State Sales Tax
6.25%
State Income Tax (top rate)
Up to 4.95%
Cities in Illinois
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Sources: US Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year; NOAA Climate Normals 1981–2010; Tax Foundation 2026 (state taxes).