Chicago, Illinois vs. Ashburn, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashburn, Virginia is 39.8% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,879 in Ashburn, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashburn, Virginia is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
147% more expensive in Ashburn
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ashburn, VA
Compared to Chicago, Ashburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.8% 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
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  15.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher