Cost of Living in Fairbury, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.1
100 = national avg
-3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,291
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,960
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.9
Food99.8
Transportation99.7
Healthcare99.9
Utilities97.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$776
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,018
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairbury is 96.1, which is 3.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,291 per year to cover basic expenses.