Peoria, Illinois vs. Benson, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Benson, Minnesota is 5.1% cheaper than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $109,087 in Benson, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Benson, Minnesota is cheaper than Peoria, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% cheaper in Benson
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Benson, MN
Compared to Peoria, Benson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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)
  46.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower