Elgin, Illinois vs. Nampa, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Nampa, Idaho is 13.5% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $164,629 in Nampa, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Nampa, Idaho is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Nampa
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Nampa, ID
Compared to Elgin, Nampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower