Indianapolis, Indiana vs. South Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Elgin, Illinois is 11.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $83,481 in South Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Elgin, Illinois is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in South Elgin
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. South Elgin, IL
Compared to Indianapolis, South Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher