Cost of Living in Scott AFB, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.0
100 = national avg
+44.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,369
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,781
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing171.7
Food119.6
Transportation139.3
Healthcare115.7
Utilities126.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Scott AFB is 144.0, which is 44.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 171.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,369 per year to cover basic expenses.