Chicago, Illinois vs. Bella Vista, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bella Vista, Arkansas is 13.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,980 in Bella Vista, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bella Vista, Arkansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Bella Vista
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Bella Vista, AR
Compared to Chicago, Bella Vista is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  29.6% lower
  Health
  4.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower