Chicago, Illinois vs. Nevada City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Nevada City, California is 25.1% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $125,140 in Nevada City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Nevada City, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Nevada City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Nevada City, CA
Compared to Chicago, Nevada City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  37.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher