Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Idaho Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Springs, Colorado is 1.6% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,832 in Idaho Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
38% cheaper in Idaho Springs
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Idaho Springs, CO
Compared to Arlington Heights, Idaho Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  1.0% lower
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher