Cost of Living in Petersburg, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.1
100 = national avg
-8.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,089
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,756
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.2
Food95.7
Transportation91.5
Healthcare96.6
Utilities94.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$970
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,203
per month
The overall cost of living index in Petersburg is 91.1, which is 8.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,089 per year to cover basic expenses.