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Alma, Illinois Utility & Living Guide
Alma is a village in Marion County, Illinois, United States. The population was 318 at the 2020 census..
Total Utilities$315/mo
1BR Rent$416/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index97 (-3)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$50,000
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🌤️ Live Weather — Alma
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Living in Alma, summers are hot, with Jul highs around 87.4°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 25.6°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 4206 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 47.6 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $60,000. With a 11.9% poverty rate and 76.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Salem (7mi S), Centralia (18mi SW), Vandalia (19mi NW). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 44 over the past week.
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🔌 Utilities
🏠 Housing
📊 Cost of Living
💰 Taxes
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$130/mo
Local utility provider
🔥 Gas
$60/mo
Local gas utility
💧 Water
$35/mo
Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
Municipal waste management
📶 Internet
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $416/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $463/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $578/mo |
| Median Home Price | $50,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 2.07% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
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Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
97
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
-3
Groceries
97
Transportation
100
Healthcare
100
Childcare/mo
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 2.07% |
Family & Relocation
Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index
55
Higher = safer
School Rating
6
GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare
$1000/mo
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Population Trend
Population: 5,000
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📊 Alma — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$60,000
🏠 Homeownership Rate
76.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
23.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
11.9%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.0%
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