Ithaca, New York vs. Melrose Park, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melrose Park, Illinois is 2.0% more expensive than Ithaca, New York.

You would need a salary of $51,016 in Melrose Park, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ithaca, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melrose Park, Illinois is more expensive than Ithaca, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% more expensive in Melrose Park
than in Ithaca, New York
Ithaca, NY vs. Melrose Park, IL
Compared to Ithaca, Melrose Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  54.8% higher
  Health
  24.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher

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