Cost of Living in Barry, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.5
100 = national avg
-16.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,721
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.2
Food100.5
Transportation100.9
Healthcare100.4
Utilities91.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$698
per month
2 Bedroom
$916
per month
The overall cost of living index in Barry is 83.5, which is 16.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,721 per year to cover basic expenses.