Arlington, Texas vs. Springfield, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 25.2% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $37,401 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Springfield
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Arlington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  38.9% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.8% lower