Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Palos Hills, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palos Hills, Illinois is 4.6% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $52,282 in Palos Hills, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palos Hills, Illinois is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Palos Hills
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Palos Hills, IL
Compared to Valparaiso, Palos Hills is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  22.8% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher