Cost of Living in East Alton, IL

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17%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
46%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index East Alton Illinois National
Cost of living8398100
Groceries99100100
Health care93100100
Housing5495100
Transportation97101100
Utilities9699100
Lifestyle & Entertainment94100100
Household Items97100100
Education & Childcare96100100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in East Alton is 15% lower than the Illinois average
  • The cost of living in East Alton is 17% lower than the national average
  • East Alton housing is 46% lower than the national average
  • Illinois general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Illinois state income tax is 91% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$102,939$8,578$2,402$3,088
      Renters$49,190$4,099$1,148$1,476
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in East Alton, IL, as well as what the overall cost of living might be. Generally, a good rule to follow is that the debt-to-income (DTI) level you want to maintain is 28 percent or less of your income on your rent or mortgage payments and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses and debts. In East Alton, homeowners have a median income of $102,939. Using that number, a maximum of $2,402 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $49,190, which means there is a maximum of $1,148 to be spent on the costs of renting a home or apartment.

      Illinois Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Illinois 6.25% 10.25%

      Illinois Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Illinois 4.95% 4.95%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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