Cost of Living in Valier, IL

With a cost of living index of 73, Valier, IL is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 7% below the Illinois state average of 80. Valier is a small community of 596 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Valier's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,100 (17% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $70,400 (77% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Valier is $41,288, which is 45% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Valier. 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.