Cost of Living in Equality, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
63.4
100 = national avg
-36.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,889
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$65,921
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing43.2
Food82.5
Transportation65.0
Healthcare86.0
Utilities78.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$698
per month
2 Bedroom
$916
per month
The overall cost of living index in Equality is 63.4, which is 36.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 43.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,889 per year to cover basic expenses.