Cost of Living in Malden, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
100.3
100 = national avg
+0.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,140
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,331
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.3
Food103.0
Transportation114.3
Healthcare102.4
Utilities99.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,035
per month
The overall cost of living index in Malden is 100.3, which is 0.3% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,140 per year to cover basic expenses.