Cost of Living in Jefferson County, IL

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

Median Income

$58,384

Median Rent

$838/mo

Median Home

$115,000

Affordability

620

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$582
Property Tax$165
Insurance$38

Total Monthly$785
% of Income16.1%

Renting

Median Rent$838
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$863
% of Income17.2%

Living in Jefferson County, Illinois

Jefferson County has a median household income of $58,384 with housing costs that represent 16.1% of income for owners and 17.2% 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.