Chicago, Illinois vs. Bruce, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bruce, Mississippi is 34.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $19,581 in Bruce, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bruce, Mississippi is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Bruce
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Bruce, MS
Compared to Chicago, Bruce is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower