Cost of Living Calculator - Elmhurst, Illinois vs Decatur, Georgia


The cost of living in Decatur, Georgia is 18.2% cheaper than Elmhurst, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $40,884 in Decatur, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Georgia is cheaper than Elmhurst, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Decatur
than in Elmhurst, Illinois
Elmhurst, IL vs Decatur, GA
Compared to Elmhurst, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower

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