Chicago, Illinois vs. Panama City Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Panama City Beach, Florida is 1.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $83,892 in Panama City Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Panama City Beach, Florida is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Panama City Beach
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Panama City Beach, FL
Compared to Chicago, Panama City Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% higher
  Commute
  33.0% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower