Marion, Indiana vs. Downers Grove, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Downers Grove, Illinois is 74.0% more expensive than Marion, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $86,989 in Downers Grove, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Downers Grove, Illinois is more expensive than Marion, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
275% more expensive in Downers Grove
than in Marion, Indiana
Marion, IN vs. Downers Grove, IL
Compared to Marion, Downers Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  74.0% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  342.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  94.4% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher