Queens, New York vs. Decatur, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is 59.3% cheaper than Queens, New York.

You would need a salary of $20,351 in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Queens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is cheaper than Queens, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Decatur
than in Queens, New York
Queens, NY vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Queens, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.3% 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
  21.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.8% lower
  Commute
  62.9% lower
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.4% lower

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