Richmond, Virginia vs. Carol Stream, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 8.0% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $81,009 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
42% more expensive in Carol Stream
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Richmond, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  44.7% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher