Texarkana, Arkansas vs. Springfield, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 5.6% more expensive than Texarkana, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $52,801 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Texarkana, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is more expensive than Texarkana, Arkansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
179% more expensive in Springfield
than in Texarkana, Arkansas
Texarkana, AR vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Texarkana, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  19.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower

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