Cost of Living in Hillsboro, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.9
100 = national avg
-20.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,154
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,092
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.4
Food86.8
Transportation73.6
Healthcare89.4
Utilities87.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$714
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hillsboro is 79.9, which is 20.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,154 per year to cover basic expenses.