Cost of Living Calculator - South Elgin, Illinois vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 11.1% more expensive than South Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $83,334 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in South Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than South Elgin, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in South Elgin, Illinois
South Elgin, IL vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to South Elgin, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  49.8% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher

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