Biddeford, Maine vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 2.3% more expensive than Biddeford, Maine.

You would need a salary of $51,143 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Biddeford, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Biddeford, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Chicago
than in Biddeford, Maine
Biddeford, ME vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Biddeford, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% higher
      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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  70.4% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher