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Cost of Living in Ophiem, IL

Population: 149 | Illinois

79
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Ophiem is 21% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
31
Home Values
89
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 79, Ophiem, IL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Illinois state average. Ophiem is a small community of 149 residents.

The median household income in Ophiem is $65,948, which is 12% 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 Ophiem. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.2°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 27°F. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches spread over roughly 117 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-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
$65,948
vs US Median ($75,149)
-12%

Housing

Median Home Value
$95,200
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,118/mo

Everyday Prices in Ophiem

BLS Average Prices for the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.95
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-4% vs US
🥚
$2.41
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-4% vs US
🥛
$3.88
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-4% vs US
🍞
$1.78
Bread (white)
per lb
-4% vs US
🍗
$3.99
Chicken breast
per lb
-4% vs US
$0.18
Electricity
per kWh
-7% vs US

Climate in Ophiem

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

51.2°F
Avg Temperature
38.3"
Rainfall / Year
117d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 32 37 50 63 74 83 86 84 78 65 50 37
Avg °F 23 28 40 51 63 72 76 73 66 54 40 29
Low °F 15 19 30 40 51 61 65 63 54 43 31 21
Rain" 1.7 1.8 2.6 3.8 4.7 5.0 4.2 4.0 3.3 2.8 2.3 2.0

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