Cost of Living in Dayton, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
168.6
100 = national avg
+68.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,202
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$175,386
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing154.9
Food154.3
Transportation208.6
Healthcare143.4
Utilities143.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$822
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,079
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 168.6, which is 68.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 154.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,202 per year to cover basic expenses.