Cost of Living Calculator - Alton, Illinois vs Payson, Arizona


The cost of living in Payson, Arizona is 34.4% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,190 in Payson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Payson, Arizona is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
403% more expensive in Payson
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs Payson, AZ
Compared to Alton, Payson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  348.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  19.4% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower

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