Cost of Living in Lemont, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
176.1
100 = national avg
+76.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,486
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$183,150
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing194.1
Food146.4
Transportation192.8
Healthcare137.1
Utilities146.7
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 Lemont is 176.1, which is 76.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 194.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,486 per year to cover basic expenses.