Barrington, Rhode Island vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.1% cheaper than Barrington, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $45,579 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Barrington, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Barrington, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Chicago
than in Barrington, Rhode Island
Barrington, RI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Barrington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% lower
      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
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.7% lower
  Commute
  26.8% higher
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower