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CHICAGO vs. NEW YORK
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Chicago, Illinois vs. New York, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New York, New York is
57.0%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$117,737
in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in New York
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. New York, NY
Compared to Chicago, New York is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
57.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
20.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
197.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
62.2% higher
Commute
30.8% higher
Health
45.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.0% higher
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