Chicago, Illinois vs. Durham, New Hampshire

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, New Hampshire is 7.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $37,770 in Durham, New Hampshire to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, New Hampshire is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Durham
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Durham, NH
Compared to Chicago, Durham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% higher
      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
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.7% higher
  Commute
  41.0% lower
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower