Elgin, Illinois vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 7.5% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,158 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Elgin, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  12.3% higher
  Health
  0.5% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.2% lower
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