Cost of Living in South Chicago Heights, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.0
100 = national avg
-3.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,702
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,931
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.9
Food93.0
Transportation86.0
Healthcare94.4
Utilities97.6
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 South Chicago Heights is 97.0, which is 3.0% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,702 per year to cover basic expenses.