Illinois is home to more than 12 million people. As a midwestern state, one might think it’s pretty affordable, but we all know that’s not the case. Here are the ten best places to live in this state where you can get the best bang for your buck!
- Village of Chatham
- City of Washington
- Village of Morton
- City of Springfield
- City of East Peoria
- City of Quincy
- City of Kewanee
- City of Pontiac
- City of Pekin
- City of Moline
And here are the most expensive burbs- Hinsdale, Glen Ellyn, Westmont, Elmhurst, and finally, the least affordable, Downers Grove, which scored poorly in nearly all categories, which were food costs, utility costs, median home price, unemployment rank, and adjusted median income.
