Cost of Living in Thornton, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.5
100 = national avg
+2.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,099
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,598
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.7
Food96.7
Transportation93.4
Healthcare97.4
Utilities101.0
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 Thornton is 102.5, which is 2.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,099 per year to cover basic expenses.