Cost of Living in North Chicago, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.0
100 = national avg
+6.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,650
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,265
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.1
Food93.4
Transportation86.9
Healthcare94.7
Utilities102.5
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 North Chicago is 106.0, which is 6.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,650 per year to cover basic expenses.