Battle Creek, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 31.8% more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $83,021 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Chicago
than in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Battle Creek, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  185.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  43.5% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  11.0% higher
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