Elgin, Illinois vs. Marietta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marietta, Georgia is 22.4% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $20,805 in Marietta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marietta, Georgia is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Marietta
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Marietta, GA
Compared to Elgin, Marietta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.4% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  33.2% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower