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Cost of Living in Fayetteville, IL

Population: 381 | Illinois

80
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Fayetteville is 20% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
28
Home Values
95
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 80, Fayetteville, 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. Fayetteville is a small community of 381 residents.

The median household income in Fayetteville is $56,458, which is 25% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Fayetteville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 57.7°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches spread over roughly 100 days.

Everyday prices in the St. Louis, MO-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
$56,458
vs US Median ($75,149)
-25%

Housing

Median Home Value
$85,300
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,100/mo

Everyday Prices in Fayetteville

BLS Average Prices for the St. Louis, MO-IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.03
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🥚
$2.47
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-1% vs US
🥛
$3.97
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🍞
$1.83
Bread (white)
per lb
-1% vs US
🍗
$4.09
Chicken breast
per lb
-1% vs US
$0.15
Electricity
per kWh
-19% vs US

Climate in Fayetteville

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

57.7°F
Avg Temperature
43.4"
Rainfall / Year
100d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 43 49 59 71 79 87 90 89 83 73 58 46
Avg °F 34 38 48 58 68 76 79 77 70 60 48 37
Low °F 24 28 36 46 56 65 68 65 57 47 37 28
Rain" 2.6 2.2 3.4 4.9 5.1 4.6 4.0 3.9 3.4 3.1 3.6 2.6

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