Cost of Living in Alexander County, IL

What does it cost to live in Alexander County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$40,365

Median Rent

$652/mo

Median Home

$58,600

Affordability

845

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$296
Property Tax$82
Insurance$20

Total Monthly$398
% of Income11.8%

Renting

Median Rent$652
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$677
% of Income19.4%

Living in Alexander County, Illinois

Alexander County has a median household income of $40,365 with housing costs that represent 11.8% of income for owners and 19.4% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.