Palatine, Illinois vs. Aurora, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aurora, Colorado is 9.1% more expensive than Palatine, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $54,541 in Aurora, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Palatine, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Colorado is more expensive than Palatine, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Aurora
than in Palatine, Illinois
Palatine, IL vs. Aurora, CO
Compared to Palatine, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  5.1% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower