Chicago, Illinois vs. Laconia, New Hampshire

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laconia, New Hampshire is 11.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $101,294 in Laconia, New Hampshire to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laconia, New Hampshire is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Laconia
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Laconia, NH
Compared to Chicago, Laconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.4% higher
  Commute
  47.7% lower
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower