Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 5.4% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,318 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Atlanta
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Arlington Heights, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% lower
      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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% higher
  Commute
  2.5% lower
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower