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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index East Moline Illinois National
Cost of living8896100
Goods & Services10197100
Groceries9798100
Health care9495100
Housing6595100
Transportation104103100
Utilities8689100

An Overview of Cost of Living in East Moline, IL

Knowing the cost of living in East Moline allows individuals to create a realistic budget. This helps them understand how their income will cover expenses and whether they need to make financial adjustments. The cost of living in any region can fluctuate due to various factors. To assess the cost of living consistently across different areas, a national average of 100 serves as the basis for the cost of living index. The cost of living in East Moline stands at 88, marking it 12% lower than the national average.

Is East Moline Affordable?

Is East Moline an affordable place to live? It's a good question and one that you might want to ask when considering any new city, as affordability can play a huge role in the decision making process. The cost of living index (which we covered above), as well as housing costs and income levels play a vital role in determining the affordability of an area. The median home price in East Moline is 38.5% lower than the national average, while the average monthly rent prices are 27.3% lower than average. The affordability of any location can also be influenced by median income levels. East Moline has a median household income of $51,388, which is 7.1% lower than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in East Moline?

Transportation: In situations where public transportation is limited or nonexistent, local residents may be required to own and maintain their own vehicles, contributing to an elevated cost of living. Monthly expenditures may encompass fuel costs, insurance premiums, routine vehicle upkeep and possibly lease or financing payments. In East Moline, the transportation index is 4.4% higher than the national average.

Housing: Elevated demand for housing within coveted locales has the propensity to escalate both property values and rental rates, thereby serving as a primary catalyst for an augmented cost of living. Conversely, areas witnessing diminished housing demand, particularly within less desirable environs, often experience an inversely proportional effect, leading to price reductions and subsequently contributing to a more modest cost of living. In East Moline, the housing index is 35.1% lower than the national average.

Groceries: Grocery prices have seen substantial hikes in the last 2-3 years, with some markets witnessing food cost increases of over 20% during this period. Conversely, certain markets have experienced only moderate upticks. These variations in food expenses can have a substantial impact on the overall cost of living in any locality. In East Moline, the groceries index is 3% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The East Moline cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. The index takes into account data from 300 independent researches, covering more than 60 goods and services across 6 different categories, to create an overall index for each area, with 100 being the average. The C2ER index does not include sales or income tax rates in their data, however AreaVibes does include both income and sales tax rates in the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in East Moline is 8% lower than the Illinois average
  • The cost of living in East Moline is 12% lower than the national average
  • East Moline housing is 35% 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$61,101$5,092$1,426$1,833
      Renters$25,873$2,156$604$776
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in East Moline, 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 Moline, homeowners have a median income of $61,101. Using that number, a maximum of $1,426 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $25,873, which means there is a maximum of $604 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%

      Goods & Services

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      Haircut $27.83$24.2614.7%
      Beauty Salon $46.89$45.562.9%
      Toothpaste $3.82$3.703.1%
      Shampoo $1.30$1.281.5%
      Movie $11.85$12.132.4%
      Bowling $18.50$18.002.8%

      Groceries

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.67$5.842.9%
      Fried Chicken $1.35$1.5714.2%
      Milk $4.63$4.670.8%
      Potatoes $4.73$4.934.1%
      Pizza $11.49$12.094.9%
      Beer $9.86$10.415.3%

      Health Care

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $134.20$125.686.8%
      Doctor $140.02$135.783.1%
      Dentist $93.33$113.2917.6%
      Ibuprofen $10.72$10.650.6%
      Lipitor $454.61$468.603.0%

      Housing

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      Home Price $113,600.00$184,700.0038.5%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,900.08$2,346.6919.0%
      Apartment Rent $690.00$949.0027.3%

      Transportation

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.37$3.462.5%
      Tire Balancing $72.71$59.9221.4%

      Utilities

      Item East Moline National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $153.70$193.9920.8%
      Phone $186.06$192.253.2%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.