Cost of Living in Braidwood, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.6
100 = national avg
+20.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,056
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,406
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.6
Food113.7
Transportation127.4
Healthcare111.0
Utilities112.8
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 Braidwood is 120.6, which is 20.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,056 per year to cover basic expenses.