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Cost of living in Douglas County, IL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,827/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,686 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 28%
Federal tax $501 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $345 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $177 6%
State tax $168 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Douglas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$756
per month
1 bedroom
$786
per month
2 bedroom
$870
per month
3 bedroom
$1,171
per month
4 bedroom
$1,239
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Douglas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,186
per year
Individual earnings
$40,722
per year
Per capita
$34,630
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Douglas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$142,600
Annual property tax
$2,586

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Douglas County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$116
per month · 16.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$61
per month
Annual total
$2,124
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Douglas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.7%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Douglas County

State and local tax rates for Illinois.

State income tax
5.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Douglas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.7 min
Drive alone
74.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Douglas County

What it costs to live in Douglas County each month.

Single person
$2,827
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $177
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $345
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $501
  • State tax $168
Couple
$4,188
per month
  • Rent $870
  • Energy $212
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $572
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $884
  • State tax $306
Family
$6,634
per month
  • Rent $1,171
  • Energy $266
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $867
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $884
  • State tax $306

Frequently asked questions about Douglas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Douglas County?

In Douglas County, IL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $870 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,171 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Douglas County?

In Douglas County, IL, the average household income is $74,186 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,722 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Douglas County?

The estimated cost of living in Douglas County, IL is approximately $2,827 per month for a single person, $4,188 for a couple, $6,634 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Douglas County?

The combined sales tax rate in Douglas County, IL is 8.82%, which includes the Illinois state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 2.57%.

Is Douglas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Douglas County, IL would need approximately $2,827 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,186 per year ($6,182 per month). Douglas County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Douglas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Douglas County, IL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Douglas County?

The average home value in Douglas County, IL is $142,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,586, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Douglas County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources