Cost of Living in Forreston, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.5
100 = national avg
-5.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,597
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,320
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.4
Food102.0
Transportation104.0
Healthcare101.6
Utilities97.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$852
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,118
per month
The overall cost of living index in Forreston is 94.5, which is 5.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,597 per year to cover basic expenses.