Chicago, Illinois vs. Leander, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Leander, Texas is 11.2% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $33,352 in Leander, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Leander, Texas is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Leander
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Leander, TX
Compared to Chicago, Leander is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  14.6% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower