Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Thornton, Illinois


The cost of living in Thornton, Illinois is 2.0% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,181 in Thornton, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Illinois is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% more expensive in Thornton
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Thornton, IL
Compared to Columbus, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  36.0% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher

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