Cost of Living in Brussels, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.4
100 = national avg
-19.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,364
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,588
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing63.8
Food93.0
Transportation86.0
Healthcare94.4
Utilities88.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brussels is 80.4, which is 19.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 63.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,364 per year to cover basic expenses.