Chicago, Illinois vs. Hermiston, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hermiston, Oregon is 15.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,757 in Hermiston, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hermiston, Oregon is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Hermiston
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Hermiston, OR
Compared to Chicago, Hermiston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  47.8% lower
  Health
  20.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower