Independence, Missouri vs. Centralia, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Centralia, Illinois is 14.6% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $34,152 in Centralia, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Centralia, Illinois is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Centralia
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Centralia, IL
Compared to Independence, Centralia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower