Downers Grove, Illinois vs. Richardson, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richardson, Texas is 2.9% cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $70,194 in Richardson, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richardson, Texas is cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Richardson
than in Downers Grove, Illinois
Downers Grove, IL vs. Richardson, TX
Compared to Downers Grove, Richardson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  6.9% lower
  Health
  3.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower