Ludington, Michigan vs. Thornton, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thornton, Illinois is 11.8% more expensive than Ludington, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $55,901 in Thornton, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ludington, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Illinois is more expensive than Ludington, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
78% more expensive in Thornton
than in Ludington, Michigan
Ludington, MI vs. Thornton, IL
Compared to Ludington, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  69.9% higher
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher