Steger, Illinois vs. Carol Stream, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 37.7% more expensive than Steger, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,833 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Steger, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is more expensive than Steger, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
153% more expensive in Carol Stream
than in Steger, Illinois
Steger, IL vs. Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Steger, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  194.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  27.6% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.8% higher