Cost of Living in Plainfield, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
202.0
100 = national avg
+102.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$88,866
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$210,047
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing234.3
Food158.7
Transportation217.5
Healthcare147.0
Utilities162.1
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 Plainfield is 202.0, which is 102.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 234.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $88,866 per year to cover basic expenses.