Washington, Illinois vs. Springfield, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Missouri is 0.8% cheaper than Washington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $61,474 in Springfield, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Missouri is cheaper than Washington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Springfield
than in Washington, Illinois
Washington, IL vs. Springfield, MO
Compared to Washington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  9.6% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower