Cost of Living in Cary, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
160.4
100 = national avg
+60.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,555
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$166,766
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.5
Food133.9
Transportation167.8
Healthcare127.1
Utilities136.7
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 Cary is 160.4, which is 60.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,555 per year to cover basic expenses.