Rome, New York vs. Effingham, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Effingham, Illinois is 4.3% cheaper than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $68,877 in Effingham, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Effingham, Illinois is cheaper than Rome, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Effingham
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Effingham, IL
Compared to Rome, Effingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  30.2% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher