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CHICAGO vs. ARLINGTON
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Arlington, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is
6.1%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$87,285
in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Arlington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Chicago, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
10.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% higher
Commute
17.3% lower
Health
12.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% lower
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