Cost of Living in River Forest, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
203.0
100 = national avg
+103.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,309
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$211,093
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing254.3
Food163.7
Transportation155.5
Healthcare150.9
Utilities169.1
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 River Forest is 203.0, which is 103.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 254.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,309 per year to cover basic expenses.