Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 3.2% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,799 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
36% cheaper in Olympia
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Arlington Heights, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.2% lower
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower