Dexter, Missouri vs. Marion, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Illinois is 7.2% more expensive than Dexter, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $53,586 in Marion, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dexter, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Illinois is more expensive than Dexter, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
197% more expensive in Marion
than in Dexter, Missouri
Dexter, MO vs. Marion, IL
Compared to Dexter, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  22.0% higher
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher