Cost of Living Calculator - Laurel, Mississippi vs Alton, Illinois


The cost of living in Alton, Illinois is 1.8% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $76,354 in Alton, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alton, Illinois is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
183% more expensive in Alton
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs Alton, IL
Compared to Laurel, Alton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  8.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher

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