Richmond, Virginia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $111,759 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
65% more expensive in Chicago
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Richmond, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  65.9% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.8% higher
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