Chicago, Illinois vs. Charlotte, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, Tennessee is 14.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $64,106 in Charlotte, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, Tennessee is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% cheaper in Charlotte
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Charlotte, TN
Compared to Chicago, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  23.1% lower
  Health
  26.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower