Cost of Living in Oswego, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.0
100 = national avg
+72.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,691
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$178,906
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.1
Food141.6
Transportation142.5
Healthcare133.3
Utilities147.2
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 Oswego is 172.0, which is 72.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,691 per year to cover basic expenses.