Denver, Colorado vs. Carol Stream, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 18.8% cheaper than Denver, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $62,500 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is cheaper than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Carol Stream
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Denver, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher