Dolton, Illinois vs. St. Louis, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 11.1% cheaper than Dolton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,462 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Dolton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is cheaper than Dolton, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in St. Louis
than in Dolton, Illinois
Dolton, IL vs. St. Louis, MO
Compared to Dolton, St. Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  33.1% lower
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower

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