Cost of Living in Forrest, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.2
100 = national avg
-5.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,431
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,928
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.0
Food103.8
Transportation107.6
Healthcare103.1
Utilities97.3
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 Forrest is 94.2, which is 5.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,431 per year to cover basic expenses.