South Barrington, Illinois vs. Torrance, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Torrance, California is 17.2% more expensive than South Barrington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $75,019 in Torrance, California to maintain the standard of living you have in South Barrington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Torrance, California is more expensive than South Barrington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Torrance
than in South Barrington, Illinois
South Barrington, IL vs. Torrance, CA
Compared to South Barrington, Torrance is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  2.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower