Cost of Living Calculator - Helen, Georgia vs Galena, Illinois


The cost of living in Galena, Illinois is 1.1% more expensive than Helen, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $50,526 in Galena, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Helen, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galena, Illinois is more expensive than Helen, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
65% more expensive in Galena
than in Helen, Georgia
Helen, GA vs Galena, IL
Compared to Helen, Galena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  12.8% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher

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