Bethlehem, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.1% more expensive than Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $67,265 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
55% more expensive in Chicago
than in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Bethlehem, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Bethlehem, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  55.3% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
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  Personal
  5.5% higher
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