Cost of Living Calculator - Auburn, Alabama vs Palatine, Illinois


The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 11.7% more expensive than Auburn, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $83,760 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is more expensive than Auburn, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
116% more expensive in Palatine
than in Auburn, Alabama
Auburn, AL vs Palatine, IL
Compared to Auburn, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% higher
      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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  60.7% higher
  Health
  27.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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