Cost of Living in Rock Island, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.8
100 = national avg
-11.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,063
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,332
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.4
Food93.8
Transportation83.1
Healthcare95.0
Utilities93.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rock Island is 88.8, which is 11.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,063 per year to cover basic expenses.