Cost of Living in Gurnee, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
167.5
100 = national avg
+67.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,708
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$174,219
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing199.4
Food142.8
Transportation136.7
Healthcare134.2
Utilities145.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gurnee is 167.5, which is 67.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 199.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,708 per year to cover basic expenses.