Cost of Living in East Alton, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.6
100 = national avg
-20.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,038
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,817
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.9
Food85.9
Transportation71.7
Healthcare88.7
Utilities87.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Alton is 79.6, which is 20.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,038 per year to cover basic expenses.