Chicago, Illinois vs. Killeen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Killeen, Texas is 25.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $37,430 in Killeen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Killeen, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Killeen
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Killeen, TX
Compared to Chicago, Killeen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  42.8% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% lower