Palos Hills, Illinois vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 3.8% cheaper than Palos Hills, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $28,861 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Palos Hills, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is cheaper than Palos Hills, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Madison
than in Palos Hills, Illinois
Palos Hills, IL vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Palos Hills, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower