Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Carol Stream, Illinois


The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 2.4% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $65,310 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in Carol Stream
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Madison, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  40.8% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher

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