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CHICAGO vs. COLUMBUS
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Columbus, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Illinois is
36.0%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$38,380
in Columbus, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Columbus
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Columbus , IL
Compared to Chicago, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
36.0% lower
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% higher
Commute
47.1% lower
Health
28.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.4% lower
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