Cost of Living in Rochester, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.0
100 = national avg
+50.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,983
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$155,960
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.1
Food136.1
Transportation172.3
Healthcare128.9
Utilities131.3
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 Rochester is 150.0, which is 50.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,983 per year to cover basic expenses.