Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Maricopa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Maricopa, Arizona is 10.5% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,766 in Maricopa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Maricopa, Arizona is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Maricopa
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Maricopa, AZ
Compared to Arlington Heights, Maricopa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower