Cost of Living in Sangamon County, IL

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

Median Income

$71,653

Median Rent

$927/mo

Median Home

$162,400

Affordability

521

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$821
Property Tax$272
Insurance$54

Total Monthly$1,147
% of Income19.2%

Renting

Median Rent$927
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$952
% of Income15.5%

Living in Sangamon County, Illinois

Sangamon County has a median household income of $71,653 with housing costs that represent 19.2% of income for owners and 15.5% 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.