Columbus, Georgia vs. Riverdale, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Riverdale, Illinois is 11.1% more expensive than Columbus, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $55,563 in Riverdale, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Riverdale, Illinois is more expensive than Columbus, Georgia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
88% more expensive in Riverdale
than in Columbus, Georgia
Columbus, GA vs. Riverdale, IL
Compared to Columbus, Riverdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  88.2% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% higher