Cost of Living in Blue Island, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.3
100 = national avg
+6.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,753
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,506
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing119.2
Food96.6
Transportation107.8
Healthcare97.3
Utilities101.8
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 Blue Island is 106.3, which is 6.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 119.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,753 per year to cover basic expenses.