Cost of Living in Lansing, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.3
100 = national avg
+19.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,503
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,099
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.3
Food104.9
Transportation125.0
Healthcare103.9
Utilities109.8
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 Lansing is 119.3, which is 19.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,503 per year to cover basic expenses.