What is the most affordable LGBTQ+ friendly city in Illinois?

Known as The Prairie State it was the first state to ratify the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which abolished slavery, and is home of the modern skyscraper - the first being the Home Insurance Building.

Apparently, it’s where the ice cream sundae got its name, specifically at Garwood’s Drugstore, and is also the birthplace of Walt Disney, Twinkies, McDonald’ and Dairy Queen - pretty much all my childhood memories.

This is Queer Money episode #459. And today, we’re sharing the most affordable, LGBTQ+ friendly city in Illinois. Now, on with the show.

• Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in the U.S. here. 
• Watch this episode on YouTube
• Don't miss the other states we've covered in this Gay Cities series

Follow us:

• Queer Money YouTube
• Queer Money Instagram
• Queer Money on Tiktok

Mentioned in this episode:

Portugal is calling. Will you answer?

Don't just dream of moving to Portugal, make it happen with the investments in your IRA. Investing in Portugal gets you residency, the ability to work in Portugal and returns that just may outpace the U.S. like the Optimize Portugal Golden Opportunities fund did in 2025.

Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!

What if your portfolio came with a visa and passport?

That’s exactly what the Optimize Portugal Golden Opportunities Fund can do, bringing together diversification, tax efficiency, and a path to EU residency and a passport. Click the link below to explore your ticket to Europe.

Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!