Elgin, Illinois vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 5.7% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $37,729 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Columbus
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Elgin, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
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  5.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  3.5% lower
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  Personal
  11.2% lower
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