Cost of Living Calculator - Amherst, New York vs Mount Prospect, Illinois


The cost of living in Mount Prospect, Illinois is 23.6% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $61,778 in Mount Prospect, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mount Prospect, Illinois is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
33% more expensive in Mount Prospect
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs Mount Prospect, IL
Compared to Amherst, Mount Prospect is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.6% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  33.2% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% higher

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