Alexandria, Louisiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 30.2% more expensive than Alexandria, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $97,636 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Alexandria, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% more expensive in Chicago
than in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria, LA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Alexandria, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  49.4% higher
  Health
  16.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher