Elgin, Illinois vs. San Luis Obispo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Luis Obispo, California is 68.9% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $143,553 in San Luis Obispo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Luis Obispo, California is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
252% more expensive in San Luis Obispo
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. San Luis Obispo, CA
Compared to Elgin, San Luis Obispo is:
  Homeowner
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  68.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  280.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  17.5% higher
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  Personal
  2.7% lower
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