Chicago, Illinois vs. Coos Bay, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Coos Bay, Oregon is 18.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $89,413 in Coos Bay, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Coos Bay, Oregon is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% cheaper in Coos Bay
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Coos Bay, OR
Compared to Chicago, Coos Bay is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.5% lower
  Commute
  48.2% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower