Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Arlington Heights, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington Heights, Illinois is 11.9% more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $162,265 in Arlington Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington Heights, Illinois is more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
33% more expensive in Arlington Heights
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Arlington Heights, IL
Compared to Virginia Beach, Arlington Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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)
  20.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  28.5% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher