Gurnee, Illinois vs. Thornton, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thornton, Colorado is 26.2% more expensive than Gurnee, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,090 in Thornton, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Gurnee, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Colorado is more expensive than Gurnee, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Thornton
than in Gurnee, Illinois
Gurnee, IL vs. Thornton, CO
Compared to Gurnee, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  36.6% higher
  Health
  11.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower