Cost of Living in Metropolis, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.5
100 = national avg
-20.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,000
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,728
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.2
Food89.4
Transportation78.8
Healthcare91.5
Utilities87.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$969
per month
The overall cost of living index in Metropolis is 79.5, which is 20.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,000 per year to cover basic expenses.