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Cost of Living in Anchor, IL

Population: 243 | Illinois

80
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Anchor is 20% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
31
Home Values
92
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Anchor, IL: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 80, Anchor, IL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 20% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Illinois state average. Anchor is a small community of 243 residents.

The median household income in Anchor is $70,536, which is 6% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Bloomington, IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$70,536
vs US Median ($75,149)
-6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$93,700
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,040/mo

Everyday Prices in Anchor

BLS Average Prices for the Bloomington, IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.85
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🥚
$2.33
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-7% vs US
🥛
$3.75
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🍞
$1.72
Bread (white)
per lb
-7% vs US
🍗
$3.86
Chicken breast
per lb
-7% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-14% vs US

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