Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs New Castle, Delaware


The cost of living in New Castle, Delaware is 5.3% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,675 in New Castle, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Castle, Delaware is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in New Castle
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs New Castle, DE
Compared to Elgin, New Castle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% higher
  Commute
  8.8% higher
  Health
  21.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher

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