Chicago, Illinois vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 1.2% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,345 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower