Decatur, Illinois vs. Rensselaer, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rensselaer, New York is 36.8% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $121,742 in Rensselaer, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rensselaer, New York is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
190% more expensive in Rensselaer
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Rensselaer, NY
Compared to Decatur, Rensselaer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  117.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  32.7% higher
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher