Berkeley, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 54.9% cheaper than Berkeley, California.

You would need a salary of $31,548 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Chicago
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Berkeley, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  16.7% higher
  Health
  24.7% lower
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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