Bloomington, Illinois vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 2.1% more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,155 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Joliet
than in Bloomington, Illinois
Bloomington, IL vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Bloomington, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  39.6% higher
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower