Mankato, Minnesota vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 6.1% more expensive than Mankato, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $199,546 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Mankato, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is more expensive than Mankato, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% more expensive in Elgin
than in Mankato, Minnesota
Mankato, MN vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Mankato, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  33.7% higher
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher