Chicago, Illinois vs. Chelsea, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chelsea, Michigan is 5.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,816 in Chelsea, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chelsea, Michigan is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
24% cheaper in Chelsea
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Chelsea, MI
Compared to Chicago, Chelsea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  24.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower