Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Virginia vs Springfield, Illinois


The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 53.3% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $23,329 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Springfield
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs Springfield, IL
Compared to Arlington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.3% 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
  18.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  42.9% lower
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% lower

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