Palatine, Illinois vs. Grafton, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grafton, Wisconsin is 6.1% cheaper than Palatine, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $46,927 in Grafton, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Palatine, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grafton, Wisconsin is cheaper than Palatine, Illinois
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
32% cheaper in Grafton
than in Palatine, Illinois
Palatine, IL vs. Grafton, WI
Compared to Palatine, Grafton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% lower
      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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  27.1% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher