Alameda, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 48.9% cheaper than Alameda, California.

You would need a salary of $25,571 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Chicago
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Alameda, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  24.7% lower
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  Personal
  5.3% lower
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