Cost of Living in Mercer County, IL

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

Median Income

$67,028

Median Rent

$759/mo

Median Home

$131,000

Affordability

606

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$662
Property Tax$215
Insurance$44

Total Monthly$921
% of Income16.5%

Renting

Median Rent$759
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$784
% of Income13.6%

Living in Mercer County, Illinois

Mercer County has a median household income of $67,028 with housing costs that represent 16.5% of income for owners and 13.6% 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.