Chicago, Illinois vs. Monterey Park, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey Park, California is 50.4% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $195,484 in Monterey Park, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey Park, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Monterey Park
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Monterey Park, CA
Compared to Chicago, Monterey Park is:
  Homeowner
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  50.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  15.2% higher
  Health
  1.5% lower
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  Personal
  3.4% lower
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