Shelby township, Michigan vs. Palatine, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palatine, Illinois is 51.6% more expensive than Shelby township, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $124,312 in Palatine, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelby township, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palatine, Illinois is more expensive than Shelby township, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Palatine
than in Shelby township, Michigan
Shelby Township, MI vs. Palatine, IL
Compared to Shelby Township, Palatine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.6% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% lower
  Commute
  59.3% higher
  Health
  9.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% higher