Akron, Ohio vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 32.9% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $66,473 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Elgin
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Akron, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.9% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  189.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  13.2% higher
  Health
  6.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher