Cost of Living in White County, IL

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

Median Income

$54,605

Median Rent

$672/mo

Median Home

$101,000

Affordability

686

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$511
Property Tax$118
Insurance$34

Total Monthly$663
% of Income14.6%

Renting

Median Rent$672
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$697
% of Income14.8%

Living in White County, Illinois

White County has a median household income of $54,605 with housing costs that represent 14.6% of income for owners and 14.8% 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.