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THRIVE IN SPI • SPRINGFIELD SANGAMON GROWTH ALLIANCE
Low Cost of Living Your money goes further in Springfield, which offers residents an affordable cost of living and high wages. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Springfield’s average salary across all professions is an impressive $60,446, an annual hourly rate of $30.84. Not only that, but housing is very affordable in Central Illinois, so you get more for your money! Median home values hover around $170,000 in Sangamon County, and median rent prices stand at $950. The low cost of living coupled with median wages that are higher than the national average make Sangamon County an appealing location for families FAMILIES
Seasonal events draw in kids and adults alike, from participating in the popular Lincoln Half Marathon in the spring to New Berlin’s Sangamon County Fair in June to the festive downtown Springfield holiday events in December. Warmer weather brings opportunities to get outdoors and attend the Old Capitol Art Fair, Carillon Festival, farmers markets and much more. Summertime activities are popular with local families who enjoy boating on Lake Springfield, hiking at Lincoln Memorial Garden, camping at Lake Sangchris State Park, catching a musical at the Springfield Muni outdoor amphitheater, or swimming and socializing at one of the area’s country clubs. Or, simply spend the day with a picnic and play at a park. No matter where you are in the Springfield area, you are less than five minutes from one of the many beautiful local parks. Whether your family is interested in golfing, karate, swimming, music or nature, there is a league, group or organized activity to accommodate and help grow your interest.
to put down roots. So Much to Do
Residents from across the area flock to the huge variety of family-friendly attractions throughout the year, including the Route 66 Drive-In movie theater, Henson Robinson Zoo, Knights Action Park, Kidzeum, and the Abraham Lincoln historic sites.
Lincoln Memorial Garden & Nature Center
R aising a family isn’t always easy - but living in Sangamon County makes it a lot more enjoyable. Thanks to low cost of living, endless events and activities for all ages, and opportunities for easy travel, Springfield and surrounding towns is the place to be for families and children.
Kidzeum
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