Skokie, Illinois vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 34.5% cheaper than Skokie, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $32,750 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Skokie, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Skokie, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Altoona
than in Skokie, Illinois
Skokie, IL vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Skokie, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.5% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  35.9% lower
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower