Elizabeth, Illinois vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 128.9% more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $225,719 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
516% more expensive in Oakland
than in Elizabeth, Illinois
Elizabeth, IL vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Elizabeth, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  128.9% 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
  20.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  653.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% lower
  Commute
  74.5% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher