Shelton, Washington vs. Decatur, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is 29.8% cheaper than Shelton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,092 in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is cheaper than Shelton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Decatur
than in Shelton, Washington
Shelton, WA vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Shelton, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.2% higher
  Commute
  19.9% lower
  Health
  24.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower