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BAKERSFIELD vs. CHICAGO
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Bakersfield, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
3.9%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$51,934
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Bakersfield, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.9% lower
Commute
33.7% higher
Health
3.9% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.3% higher
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