Defiance, Ohio vs. Marion, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Illinois is 11.9% more expensive than Defiance, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $55,932 in Marion, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Defiance, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Illinois is more expensive than Defiance, Ohio
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% more expensive in Marion
than in Defiance, Ohio
Defiance, OH vs. Marion, IL
Compared to Defiance, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  29.4% higher
  Health
  43.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower