Valdosta, Georgia vs. Decatur, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is 12.7% cheaper than Valdosta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $43,631 in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Valdosta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is cheaper than Valdosta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Decatur
than in Valdosta, Georgia
Valdosta, GA vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Valdosta, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  14.0% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower