Chicago, Illinois vs. Blacksburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blacksburg, Virginia is 11.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $142,272 in Blacksburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blacksburg, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
55% cheaper in Blacksburg
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Blacksburg, VA
Compared to Chicago, Blacksburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  55.2% lower
  Health
  33.2% higher
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  Personal
  6.0% lower
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