Elgin, Illinois vs. Buda, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buda, Texas is 24.9% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $99,913 in Buda, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buda, Texas is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% more expensive in Buda
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Buda, TX
Compared to Elgin, Buda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.9% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  38.3% higher
  Health
  17.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower