Park Ridge, Illinois vs. Decatur, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Georgia is 18.0% cheaper than Park Ridge, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $40,982 in Decatur, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Park Ridge, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Georgia is cheaper than Park Ridge, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Decatur
than in Park Ridge, Illinois
Park Ridge, IL vs. Decatur, GA
Compared to Park Ridge, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower