Cost of Living Calculator - Richland, Washington vs Elgin, Illinois


The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 8.6% cheaper than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $45,709 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is cheaper than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Elgin
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs Elgin, IL
Compared to Richland, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher

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