Chicago, Illinois vs. Homestead, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homestead, Florida is 5.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,933 in Homestead, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homestead, Florida is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Homestead
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Homestead, FL
Compared to Chicago, Homestead is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% higher
      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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower