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

With a cost of living index of 82, Prairietown, IL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Illinois state average. Prairietown is a small community of 189 residents.

The median household income in Prairietown is $84,766, which is 13% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Prairietown. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.1°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 34°F. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches spread over roughly 114 days.

Everyday prices in the St. Louis, MO-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.

Everyday Prices in Prairietown

BLS Average Prices for the St. Louis, MO-IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽

$3.03

Gasoline (regular)

per gallon

-1% vs US

🥚

$2.47

Eggs (grade A, large)

per dozen

-1% vs US

🥛

$3.97

Milk (whole)

per gallon

-1% vs US

🍞

$1.83

Bread (white)

per lb

-1% vs US

🍗

$4.09

Chicken breast

per lb

-1% vs US

⚡

$0.15

Electricity

per kWh

-19% vs US

Climate in Prairietown

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

56.1°F

Avg Temperature

39.4"

Rainfall / Year

114d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	40	45	56	68	77	86	89	88	81	69	55	44
Avg °F	31	35	45	57	67	75	79	77	69	58	45	36
Low °F	22	26	34	45	56	65	68	66	57	46	35	27
Rain"	2.5	1.9	3.1	4.2	4.6	4.6	3.7	3.7	3.0	2.7	3.2	2.4

Cost of Living in Prairietown, IL