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Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs South San Francisco, California

The cost of living in South San Francisco, California is 137.2% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $189,782 in South San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
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• Overall, South San Francisco, California is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
348% more expensive in South San Francisco
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs South San Francisco, CA
Compared to Elgin, South San Francisco is:
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  137.2% higher
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  17.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  427.7% higher
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  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  59.5% higher
  Health
  26.6% higher
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  Personal
  16.1% higher
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