Phoenix, Arizona vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 15.7% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $50,561 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Elgin
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Phoenix, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  0.2% higher
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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