Cost of Living in Carol Stream, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
159.0
100 = national avg
+59.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,952
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$165,340
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing185.9
Food130.6
Transportation161.1
Healthcare124.4
Utilities135.5
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 Carol Stream is 159.0, which is 59.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,952 per year to cover basic expenses.