Cost of Living in River Forest, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
193.2
100 = national avg
+93.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,008
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$200,929
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing174.3
Food198.1
Transportation152.3
Healthcare178.5
Utilities173.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,206
per month
The overall cost of living index in River Forest is 193.2, which is 93.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,008 per year to cover basic expenses.