Cost of Living in Elburn, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.4
100 = national avg
+70.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,957
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,171
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing214.6
Food131.4
Transportation162.8
Healthcare125.1
Utilities141.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The overall cost of living index in Elburn is 170.4, which is 70.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 214.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,957 per year to cover basic expenses.