Aurora, Illinois vs. Mackay, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mackay, Idaho is 4.0% cheaper than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,980 in Mackay, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mackay, Idaho is cheaper than Aurora, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Mackay
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs. Mackay, ID
Compared to Aurora, Mackay is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  17.0% lower
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower