Cost of Living in Wheaton, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.6
100 = national avg
+77.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,162
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,746
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing232.9
Food141.4
Transportation126.9
Healthcare133.1
Utilities151.4
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 Wheaton is 177.6, which is 77.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 232.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,162 per year to cover basic expenses.