Cost of Living in Plattville, IL

With a cost of living index of 99, Plattville, IL is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 20% above the Illinois state average of 80. Plattville is a small community of 200 residents.

The median household income in Plattville is $140,313, which is 87% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Plattville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.4°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 26°F. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches spread over roughly 126 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher 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.