Edison, New Jersey vs. Schaumburg, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schaumburg, Illinois is 17.3% cheaper than Edison, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $99 in Schaumburg, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Edison, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schaumburg, Illinois is cheaper than Edison, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Schaumburg
than in Edison, New Jersey
Edison, NJ vs. Schaumburg, IL
Compared to Edison, Schaumburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower