Cost of Living in Prairie City, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
65.0
100 = national avg
-35.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,588
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$67,571
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing46.5
Food77.7
Transportation86.2
Healthcare82.2
Utilities75.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$728
per month
2 Bedroom
$951
per month
The overall cost of living index in Prairie City is 65.0, which is 35.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 46.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,588 per year to cover basic expenses.