Cost of Living in Northfield, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
277.7
100 = national avg
+177.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$122,177
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$288,783
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing370.5
Food188.0
Transportation275.9
Healthcare170.4
Utilities200.0
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 Northfield is 277.7, which is 177.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 370.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $122,177 per year to cover basic expenses.