Cost of Living in Northbrook, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
237.7
100 = national avg
+137.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$104,585
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$247,201
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing306.9
Food168.7
Transportation237.4
Healthcare155.0
Utilities182.6
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 Northbrook is 237.7, which is 137.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 306.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $104,585 per year to cover basic expenses.