Columbia, Missouri vs. West Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 13.0% more expensive than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $56,514 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Columbia, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. West Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbia, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  51.6% higher
  Health
  24.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher