Oswego, Illinois vs. Hamden, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hamden, Connecticut is 2.6% more expensive than Oswego, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $184,594 in Hamden, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Oswego, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hamden, Connecticut is more expensive than Oswego, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
29% more expensive in Hamden
than in Oswego, Illinois
Oswego, IL vs. Hamden, CT
Compared to Oswego, Hamden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.2% higher
  Commute
  11.0% lower
  Health
  29.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.1% higher