Chicago, Illinois vs. Desert Hot Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Desert Hot Springs, California is 2.1% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,071 in Desert Hot Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Desert Hot Springs, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Desert Hot Springs
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Desert Hot Springs, CA
Compared to Chicago, Desert Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
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  2.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.0% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  0.8% lower
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  Personal
  1.4% lower
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