Cost of Living in Calumet City, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.3
100 = national avg
+4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,900
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,490
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.9
Food91.3
Transportation116.5
Healthcare93.0
Utilities98.5
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 Calumet City is 104.3, which is 4.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,900 per year to cover basic expenses.