Palatine, Illinois vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 27.6% cheaper than Palatine, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $36,193 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palatine, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Palatine, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Waco
than in Palatine, Illinois
Palatine, IL vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Palatine, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.6% lower
      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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  43.6% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower