Cost of Living in Pleasant Plains, IL

With a cost of living index of 76, Pleasant Plains, IL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 24% cheaper than the national average and 4% below the Illinois state average of 80. Pleasant Plains is a small community of 785 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Pleasant Plains's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,038 (21% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $152,000 (50% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Pleasant Plains is $78,542, which is 5% higher 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.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Pleasant Plains. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 38 inches spread over roughly 115 days.

Everyday prices in the Springfield, 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.