Chicago, Illinois vs. Medina, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Medina, Ohio is 10.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $134,218 in Medina, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Medina, Ohio is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% cheaper in Medina
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Medina, OH
Compared to Chicago, Medina is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  34.0% lower
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower