Cost of Living in Chestnut, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.8
100 = national avg
-18.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,013
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,123
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.8
Food89.6
Transportation79.3
Healthcare91.7
Utilities89.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$782
per month
2 Bedroom
$988
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chestnut is 81.8, which is 18.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,013 per year to cover basic expenses.