Chicago, Illinois vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 21.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $59,008 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Columbia
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Chicago, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.3% higher
  Commute
  44.8% lower
  Health
  31.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.9% lower
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