Madison, Alabama vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 10.7% more expensive than Madison, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $55,330 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is more expensive than Madison, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
116% more expensive in Palatine
than in Madison, Alabama
Madison, AL vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Madison, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  58.7% higher
  Health
  28.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher