Big Rapids, Michigan vs. Darien, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Darien, Illinois is 50.7% more expensive than Big Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $75,335 in Darien, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Big Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Darien, Illinois is more expensive than Big Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Darien
than in Big Rapids, Michigan
Big Rapids, MI vs. Darien, IL
Compared to Big Rapids, Darien is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.7% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  184.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  60.9% higher
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher