Cost of Living in Ohio, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.7
100 = national avg
-17.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,407
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,053
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.1
Food91.8
Transportation83.6
Healthcare93.4
Utilities89.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,035
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ohio is 82.7, which is 17.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,407 per year to cover basic expenses.