Cost of Living in Brookfield, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
153.9
100 = national avg
+53.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,712
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$160,047
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing176.7
Food132.9
Transportation140.9
Healthcare126.3
Utilities135.1
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 Brookfield is 153.9, which is 53.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 176.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,712 per year to cover basic expenses.