Elgin, Illinois vs. Westminster, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westminster, Colorado is 37.1% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,559 in Westminster, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westminster, Colorado is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Westminster
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Westminster, CO
Compared to Elgin, Westminster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.1% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  27.8% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher