Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Salem, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, South Carolina is 10.7% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $142,837 in Salem, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, South Carolina is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Salem
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Salem, SC
Compared to Arlington Heights, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  41.8% lower
  Health
  23.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% lower