Chicago, Illinois vs. Oxford, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oxford, Ohio is 18.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,899 in Oxford, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oxford, Ohio is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Oxford
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Oxford, OH
Compared to Chicago, Oxford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% lower
      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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  52.6% lower
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower