Benicia, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 32.2% cheaper than Benicia, California.

You would need a salary of $50,884 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Benicia, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Benicia, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Chicago
than in Benicia, California
Benicia, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Benicia, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  14.7% higher
  Health
  21.6% lower
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  Personal
  0.8% higher
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