Cost of Living in West Brooklyn, IL

With a cost of living index of 82, West Brooklyn, IL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 3% above the Illinois state average of 80. West Brooklyn is a small community of 169 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in West Brooklyn's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,313 (0% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $109,800 (64% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in West Brooklyn is $76,250, which is 1% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% 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 West Brooklyn. The area sees an average annual temperature of 47.8°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 24°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches spread over roughly 131 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.