Chicago, Illinois vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 1.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $34,124 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Chicago, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  11.4% lower
  Health
  12.3% higher
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  Personal
  7.0% lower
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