Chicago, Illinois vs. Cheyenne, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cheyenne, Wyoming is 7.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $92,737 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cheyenne, Wyoming is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% cheaper in Cheyenne
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Cheyenne, WY
Compared to Chicago, Cheyenne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  44.9% lower
  Health
  57.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower