Federal Way, Washington vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 37.3% cheaper than Federal Way, Washington.

You would need a salary of $31,357 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Federal Way, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Federal Way, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Joliet
than in Federal Way, Washington
Federal Way, WA vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Federal Way, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.7% higher
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.8% lower