Darien, Illinois vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 3.6% cheaper than Darien, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $72,264 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Darien, Illinois
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
31% cheaper in Colorado Springs
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Darien, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% lower