Chicago, Illinois vs. Augusta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Augusta, Georgia is 26.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $55,307 in Augusta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Augusta, Georgia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Augusta
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Augusta , GA
Compared to Chicago, Augusta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% higher
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower