Chicago, Illinois vs. Ellensburg, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ellensburg, Washington is 4.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,115 in Ellensburg, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ellensburg, Washington is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Ellensburg
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ellensburg, WA
Compared to Chicago, Ellensburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  47.9% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower