Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 5.5% more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,759 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% more expensive in Palatine
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Virginia Beach, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% lower
  Commute
  30.7% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher