Cost of Living in Central City, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.4
100 = national avg
-24.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,157
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,371
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.9
Food86.5
Transportation73.0
Healthcare89.2
Utilities85.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$769
per month
2 Bedroom
$916
per month
The overall cost of living index in Central City is 75.4, which is 24.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,157 per year to cover basic expenses.