Wood River, Illinois vs. Washington, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, Indiana is 9.8% cheaper than Wood River, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,115 in Washington, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Wood River, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, Indiana is cheaper than Wood River, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% cheaper in Washington
than in Wood River, Illinois
Wood River, IL vs. Washington, IN
Compared to Wood River, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.8% lower
      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)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  22.5% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower