Cost of Living in Elmwood Park, Illinois

12%
higher than national avg.
28%
Housing
6%
Utilities
4%
Groceries
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Elmwood Park, Illinois's cost of living is 12% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area. PayScale's Cost of Living Calculator can help you find out more about how your individual needs will factor in when beginning your research to figure out how much it would cost you to relocate.

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Cost of Living in Elmwood Park, Illinois by Expense Category

Housing, Utilities & Transportation
Elmwood Park's housing expenses are 28% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 5% higher than the national average.
Median Home Price
$636,615
Median Rent
$1,935 / month
Energy Bill
$187.27 / month
Phone Bill
$181.15 / month
Gas
$3.57 / gallon
Food & Grocery
Elmwood Park has grocery prices that are 4% higher than the national average.
Loaf of Bread
$4.12
Gallon of Milk
$4.86
Carton of Eggs
$3.60
Bunch of Bananas
$0.75
Hamburger
$5.75
Healthcare
Healthcare in Elmwood Park is 7% higher than the national average.
Doctor's Visit
$150.29
Dentist Visit
$123.59
Optometrist Visit
$137.66
Rx Drug
$260.93
Veterinary Visit
$72.88