Palatine, Illinois vs. The Woodlands, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in The Woodlands, Texas is 2.7% more expensive than Palatine, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,330 in The Woodlands, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palatine, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, The Woodlands, Texas is more expensive than Palatine, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in The Woodlands
than in Palatine, Illinois
Palatine, IL vs. The Woodlands, TX
Compared to Palatine, The Woodlands is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower