Spokane, Washington vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 10.5% more expensive than Spokane, Washington.

You would need a salary of $66,329 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Spokane, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is more expensive than Spokane, Washington
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
58% more expensive in Palatine
than in Spokane, Washington
Spokane, WA vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Spokane, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.5% higher
  Commute
  40.6% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% higher