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Cost of living in Will County, IL

Part of the Chicago Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,810/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 698,450 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,560 41%
Federal tax $668 18%
Healthcare $480 13%
Groceries $345 9%
Transport $320 8%
State tax $210 6%
Energy $177 5%
Water $50 1%

Rent in Will County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,458
per month
1 bedroom
$1,560
per month
2 bedroom
$1,761
per month
3 bedroom
$2,262
per month
4 bedroom
$2,657
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Will County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$107,799
per year
Individual earnings
$50,903
per year
Per capita
$46,216
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Will County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$298,000
Annual property tax
$6,993

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Will County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$116
per month · 16.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$61
per month
Annual total
$2,124
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Will County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Will County

State and local tax rates for Illinois.

State income tax
5.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Will County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.7 min
Drive alone
74.3%
Public transit
2.4%
Work from home
13.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Will County

What it costs to live in Will County each month.

Single person
$3,810
per month
  • Rent $1,560
  • Energy $177
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $345
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $668
  • State tax $210
Couple
$5,769
per month
  • Rent $1,761
  • Energy $212
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $572
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,435
  • State tax $445
Family
$8,415
per month
  • Rent $2,262
  • Energy $266
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $867
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,435
  • State tax $445

Frequently asked questions about Will County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Will County?

In Will County, IL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,560 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,761 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,262 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Will County?

In Will County, IL, the average household income is $107,799 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,903 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Will County?

The estimated cost of living in Will County, IL is approximately $3,810 per month for a single person, $5,769 for a couple, $8,415 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Will County?

The combined sales tax rate in Will County, IL is 8.82%, which includes the Illinois state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 2.57%.

Is Will County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Will County, IL would need approximately $3,810 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $107,799 per year ($8,983 per month). Will County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Will County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Will County, IL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Will County?

The average home value in Will County, IL is $298,000, with average annual property taxes of $6,993, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Will County compare to other areas?

You can compare Will County, IL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Will County is in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources