Paris, Texas vs. Decatur, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is 5.5% cheaper than Paris, Texas.

You would need a salary of $70,862 in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Paris, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is cheaper than Paris, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Decatur
than in Paris, Texas
Paris, TX vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Paris, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  7.9% higher
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower