Cost of Living in Wilmette, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
247.2
100 = national avg
+147.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,756
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$257,060
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing310.0
Food197.0
Transportation181.9
Healthcare177.6
Utilities200.0
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 Wilmette is 247.2, which is 147.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 310.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,756 per year to cover basic expenses.