Chicago, Illinois vs. Detroit, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Alabama is 31.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $34,497 in Detroit, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Alabama is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Detroit
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Detroit, AL
Compared to Chicago, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  39.9% lower
  Health
  34.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  13.5% lower
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