Oak Grove, Kentucky vs. Marion, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Illinois is 3.8% more expensive than Oak Grove, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $51,900 in Marion, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Oak Grove, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Illinois is more expensive than Oak Grove, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
100% more expensive in Marion
than in Oak Grove, Kentucky
Oak Grove, KY vs. Marion, IL
Compared to Oak Grove, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  3.9% lower
  Health
  28.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher