Albany, New York vs. Carol Stream, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 7.6% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $80,674 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Carol Stream
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Albany, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  37.9% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher