Hempstead, New York vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 20.1% cheaper than Hempstead, New York.

You would need a salary of $39,927 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hempstead, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is cheaper than Hempstead, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Palatine
than in Hempstead, New York
Hempstead, NY vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Hempstead, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.8% lower
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  30.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower