Washington, Indiana vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 26.5% more expensive than Washington, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $63,233 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is more expensive than Washington, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Joliet
than in Washington, Indiana
Washington, IN vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Washington, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.5% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  36.6% higher
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower