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AUSTIN vs. CHICAGO
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Austin, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
17.0%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$29,049
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Chicago
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Austin, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.4% lower
Commute
26.0% higher
Health
13.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.9% higher
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