San Marcos, Texas vs. Palos Heights, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palos Heights, Illinois is 9.3% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,645 in Palos Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palos Heights, Illinois is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Palos Heights
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Palos Heights, IL
Compared to San Marcos, Palos Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.0% higher