Chicago, Illinois vs. Petaluma, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Petaluma, California is 50.8% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $117,654 in Petaluma, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Petaluma, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
195% more expensive in Petaluma
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Petaluma, CA
Compared to Chicago, Petaluma is:
  Homeowner
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  50.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  202.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  18.3% lower
  Health
  25.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.0% lower
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