Paris, Tennessee vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 24.3% more expensive than Paris, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $62,144 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Paris, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is more expensive than Paris, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Elgin
than in Paris, Tennessee
Paris, TN vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Paris, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  31.0% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher