Chicago, Illinois vs. Ashland City, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland City, Tennessee is 12.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,992 in Ashland City, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland City, Tennessee is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in Ashland City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ashland City, TN
Compared to Chicago, Ashland City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% lower
      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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  21.6% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% lower