Akron, Ohio vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 22.1% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $42,721 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Joliet
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Akron, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower