Cost of Living in Elsah, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.4
100 = national avg
+34.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,138
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,780
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.3
Food114.0
Transportation128.0
Healthcare111.2
Utilities120.3
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 Elsah is 134.4, which is 34.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,138 per year to cover basic expenses.