Champaign, Illinois vs. West Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chester, Pennsylvania is 56.9% more expensive than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $117,708 in West Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Champaign, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
191% more expensive in West Chester
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. West Chester, PA
Compared to Champaign, West Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.9% 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
  15.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% higher
  Commute
  35.9% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% higher