Cost of Living in Orient, IL

With a cost of living index of 60, Orient, IL is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 40% cheaper than the national average and 20% below the Illinois state average of 80. Orient is a small community of 380 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Orient's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $731 (45% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $49,100 (84% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Orient is $39,167, which is 48% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% 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 Orient. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.4°F, with summers averaging 76°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 44 inches spread over roughly 130 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.