Peoria, Illinois vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 19.4% more expensive than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,773 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Peoria, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
96% more expensive in Hickory
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Peoria, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower