Cost of Living in Joliet, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.3
100 = national avg
+32.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,229
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,631
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.8
Food117.3
Transportation127.3
Healthcare113.8
Utilities120.1
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 Joliet is 132.3, which is 32.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,229 per year to cover basic expenses.