Cost of Living in Fillmore, IL

With a cost of living index of 58, Fillmore, IL is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 43% cheaper than the national average and 22% below the Illinois state average of 80. Fillmore is a small community of 257 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Fillmore's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $613 (54% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $64,700 (79% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Fillmore is $47,375, which is 37% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Fillmore. 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.

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.