Elma, Washington vs. Benton, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Benton, Illinois is 25.4% cheaper than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,293 in Benton, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Benton, Illinois is cheaper than Elma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Benton
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs. Benton, IL
Compared to Elma, Benton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.6% higher
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  18.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower