Los Angeles, California vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 38.1% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $49,489 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Palatine
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Los Angeles, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.1% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  22.5% lower
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher