Cost of Living in Steger, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.1
100 = national avg
-1.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,150
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,992
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.3
Food95.6
Transportation91.2
Healthcare96.5
Utilities98.4
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 Steger is 98.1, which is 1.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,150 per year to cover basic expenses.