Cost of Living in Carbondale, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
71.4
100 = national avg
-28.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,416
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,257
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.7
Food72.7
Transportation54.6
Healthcare78.1
Utilities80.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$737
per month
2 Bedroom
$916
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carbondale is 71.4, which is 28.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,416 per year to cover basic expenses.