Elgin, Illinois vs. Smyrna, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Smyrna, Delaware is 14.8% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,424 in Smyrna, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Smyrna, Delaware is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Smyrna
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Smyrna, DE
Compared to Elgin, Smyrna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  21.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher