Elgin, Illinois vs. Dearborn, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dearborn, Michigan is 4.5% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,790 in Dearborn, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dearborn, Michigan is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
64% more expensive in Dearborn
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Dearborn, MI
Compared to Elgin, Dearborn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  64.7% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower