Batavia, Illinois vs. Darien, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Darien, Illinois is 10.2% more expensive than Batavia, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $55,098 in Darien, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Batavia, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Darien, Illinois is more expensive than Batavia, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% more expensive in Darien
than in Batavia, Illinois
Batavia, IL vs. Darien, IL
Compared to Batavia, Darien is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  38.7% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher