Spokane, Washington vs. Carol Stream, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carol Stream, Illinois is 5.3% more expensive than Spokane, Washington.

You would need a salary of $52,637 in Carol Stream, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Spokane, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carol Stream, Illinois is more expensive than Spokane, Washington
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
66% more expensive in Carol Stream
than in Spokane, Washington
Spokane, WA vs. Carol Stream, IL
Compared to Spokane, Carol Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.3% higher
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% higher