Fullerton, California vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 31.3% cheaper than Fullerton, California.

You would need a salary of $68,683 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fullerton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is cheaper than Fullerton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Palatine
than in Fullerton, California
Fullerton, CA vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Fullerton, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% lower
      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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  6.9% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher