Darien, Illinois vs. Paducah, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paducah, Kentucky is 31.8% cheaper than Darien, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $34,119 in Paducah, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paducah, Kentucky is cheaper than Darien, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Paducah
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs. Paducah, KY
Compared to Darien, Paducah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  43.1% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% lower