Denton, Texas vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 13.6% cheaper than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,217 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Denton, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Joliet
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Denton, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  5.4% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower