Cost of Living Calculator - Alton, Illinois vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 105.5% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $154,095 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
711% more expensive in Washington
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs Washington, DC
Compared to Alton, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  105.5% 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
  24.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  840.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  47.4% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher

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