Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Richardson, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richardson, Texas is 3.4% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $82,132 in Richardson, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richardson, Texas is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Richardson
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Richardson, TX
Compared to Arlington Heights, Richardson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower