Cost of Living in Hamilton County, IL

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

Median Income

$60,574

Median Rent

$690/mo

Median Home

$100,300

Affordability

773

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$507
Property Tax$113
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$653
% of Income12.9%

Renting

Median Rent$690
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$715
% of Income13.7%

Living in Hamilton County, Illinois

Hamilton County has a median household income of $60,574 with housing costs that represent 12.9% of income for owners and 13.7% 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.