Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 3.0% cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $63,256 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Chicago
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Ann Arbor, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  38.4% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  12.5% higher
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