Helen, Georgia vs. Schaumburg, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schaumburg, Illinois is 25.6% more expensive than Helen, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $94,211 in Schaumburg, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Helen, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schaumburg, Illinois is more expensive than Helen, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
106% more expensive in Schaumburg
than in Helen, Georgia
Helen, GA vs. Schaumburg, IL
Compared to Helen, Schaumburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.6% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  51.8% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher