Altamont, Utah vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.4% more expensive than Altamont, Utah.

You would need a salary of $87,270 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Altamont, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Altamont, Utah
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
138% more expensive in Chicago
than in Altamont, Utah
Altamont, UT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Altamont, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  79.6% higher
  Health
  23.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher