Chicago, Illinois vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 16.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $186,667 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Chicago, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
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  Personal
  8.0% lower
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