Cost of Living in Mundelein, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
156.0
100 = national avg
+56.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,658
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$162,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.9
Food132.2
Transportation129.9
Healthcare125.8
Utilities136.9
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 Mundelein is 156.0, which is 56.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,658 per year to cover basic expenses.