Chicago, Illinois vs. Miami, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Miami, Florida is 14.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $136,760 in Miami, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Miami, Florida is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Miami
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Miami, FL
Compared to Chicago, Miami is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower