Cost of Living in New Baden, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.1
100 = national avg
+14.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,213
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,686
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.9
Food109.3
Transportation118.5
Healthcare107.4
Utilities108.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in New Baden is 114.1, which is 14.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,213 per year to cover basic expenses.