Cost of Living in Washington, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.6
100 = national avg
+23.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,375
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,524
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing130.6
Food119.8
Transportation103.7
Healthcare115.9
Utilities118.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$818
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,039
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 123.6, which is 23.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,375 per year to cover basic expenses.