Jackson, Tennessee vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 13.1% more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $91,600 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Elgin
than in Jackson, Tennessee
Jackson, TN vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Jackson, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower