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WASHINGTON vs. ELGIN
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Elgin, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is
39.2%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$30,412
in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Elgin
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Washington, Elgin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% lower
Commute
32.8% lower
Health
2.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% lower
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