Amherst, New York vs. Harrisburg, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisburg, Illinois is 24.3% cheaper than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $37,833 in Harrisburg, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisburg, Illinois is cheaper than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Harrisburg
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Harrisburg, IL
Compared to Amherst, Harrisburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  27.4% lower
  Health
  20.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher