Cost of Living in Wood Dale, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.8
100 = national avg
+45.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,153
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,634
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing184.9
Food119.1
Transportation120.7
Healthcare115.3
Utilities128.4
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 Wood Dale is 145.8, which is 45.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 184.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,153 per year to cover basic expenses.