Cost of Living in Clayton, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.3
100 = national avg
-16.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,656
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,641
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing58.5
Food98.5
Transportation97.0
Healthcare98.8
Utilities90.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$811
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,064
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clayton is 83.3, which is 16.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 58.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,656 per year to cover basic expenses.