Elgin, Illinois vs. Rome, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rome, Georgia is 11.7% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $141,310 in Rome, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rome, Georgia is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Rome
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Rome, GA
Compared to Elgin, Rome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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)
  35.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  6.9% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower