Louisville, Kentucky vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 6.2% cheaper than Louisville, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $28,127 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Louisville, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Joliet
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Louisville, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower