Benton, Illinois vs. Sedalia, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sedalia, Missouri is 1.0% cheaper than Benton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,513 in Sedalia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Benton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sedalia, Missouri is cheaper than Benton, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% cheaper in Sedalia
than in Benton, Illinois
Benton, IL vs. Sedalia, MO
Compared to Benton, Sedalia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  14.4% lower
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower