Cost of Living Calculator - Palatine, Illinois vs Waukee, Iowa


The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 12.1% cheaper than Palatine, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $78,226 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Palatine, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is cheaper than Palatine, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Waukee
than in Palatine, Illinois
Palatine, IL vs Waukee, IA
Compared to Palatine, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  39.8% lower
  Health
  18.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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