Chicago, Illinois vs. Harrisonburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisonburg, Virginia is 17.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,434 in Harrisonburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisonburg, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Harrisonburg
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Harrisonburg, VA
Compared to Chicago, Harrisonburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  52.5% lower
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% lower