Cost of Living in Oak Lawn, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.6
100 = national avg
+33.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,782
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,939
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.4
Food113.1
Transportation126.1
Healthcare110.4
Utilities119.7
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 Oak Lawn is 133.6, which is 33.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,782 per year to cover basic expenses.