Elgin, Illinois vs. Eugene, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Eugene, Oregon is 17.1% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,570 in Eugene, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Eugene, Oregon is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Eugene
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Eugene, OR
Compared to Elgin, Eugene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% lower
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower