Grayslake, Illinois vs. South Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Elgin, Illinois is 2.1% cheaper than Grayslake, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,446 in South Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Grayslake, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Elgin, Illinois is cheaper than Grayslake, Illinois
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
12% cheaper in South Elgin
than in Grayslake, Illinois
Grayslake, IL vs. South Elgin, IL
Compared to Grayslake, South Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower