Elgin, Illinois vs. Peoria, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Peoria, Illinois is 19.3% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $76,643 in Peoria, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Peoria, Illinois is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Peoria
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Peoria, IL
Compared to Elgin, Peoria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  20.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower