Cost of Living in Berkeley, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.3
100 = national avg
+30.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,351
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,556
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.3
Food113.6
Transportation127.2
Healthcare110.9
Utilities118.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berkeley is 130.3, which is 30.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,351 per year to cover basic expenses.