Peoria, Illinois vs. Galax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galax, Virginia is 0.9% cheaper than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,526 in Galax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galax, Virginia is cheaper than Peoria, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% cheaper in Galax
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Galax, VA
Compared to Peoria, Galax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  14.7% lower
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower