Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Waukesha, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukesha, Wisconsin is 13.4% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,955 in Waukesha, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukesha, Wisconsin is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Waukesha
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Waukesha, WI
Compared to Arlington Heights, Waukesha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  25.1% lower
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher