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BALTIMORE vs. CHICAGO
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Baltimore, Maryland vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
17.6%
more expensive
than Baltimore, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$117,634
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Baltimore, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Baltimore, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Chicago
than in Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, MD vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Baltimore, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.6% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
100.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.5% lower
Commute
11.3% higher
Health
4.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% higher
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