Chicago, Illinois vs. Elk Grove, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 27.4% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,687 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Elk Grove
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Elk Grove, CA
Compared to Chicago, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher