Chicago, Illinois vs. Brownsville, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brownsville, Texas is 31.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $17,086 in Brownsville, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brownsville, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Brownsville
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Brownsville, TX
Compared to Chicago, Brownsville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  38.2% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
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  Personal
  28.4% lower
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