Albany, Oregon vs. Downers Grove, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Downers Grove, Illinois is 14.5% more expensive than Albany, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $109,130 in Downers Grove, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Downers Grove, Illinois is more expensive than Albany, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
65% more expensive in Downers Grove
than in Albany, Oregon
Albany, OR vs. Downers Grove, IL
Compared to Albany, Downers Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  42.8% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher