Chicago, Illinois vs. Fontana, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fontana, California is 17.1% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $70,279 in Fontana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fontana, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
96% more expensive in Fontana
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Fontana, CA
Compared to Chicago, Fontana is:
  Homeowner
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  17.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  1.5% lower
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  Personal
  6.0% lower
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