Chicago, Illinois vs. Hartford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hartford, Connecticut is 13.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,436 in Hartford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hartford, Connecticut is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Hartford
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Hartford, CT
Compared to Chicago, Hartford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  29.3% higher
  Commute
  18.8% lower
  Health
  29.5% higher
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  Personal
  11.6% higher
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