Chicago, Illinois vs. Grand Prairie, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Prairie, Texas is 5.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,067 in Grand Prairie, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Prairie, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Grand Prairie
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Grand Prairie, TX
Compared to Chicago, Grand Prairie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% higher
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  11.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower