Chicago, Illinois vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 21.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $23,659 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Chicago, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  5.9% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.8% lower
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