Darien, Illinois vs. Oak Park, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oak Park, Illinois is 8.3% more expensive than Darien, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $54,137 in Oak Park, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oak Park, Illinois is more expensive than Darien, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Oak Park
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs. Oak Park, IL
Compared to Darien, Oak Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  9.6% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower