Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs Mexia, Texas


The cost of living in Mexia, Texas is 23.1% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,328 in Mexia, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mexia, Texas is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Mexia
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs Mexia, TX
Compared to Elgin, Mexia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower

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