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CHICAGO vs. PITTSBURGH
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is
14.4%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$119,795
in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Pittsburgh
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Pittsburgh, PA
Compared to Chicago, Pittsburgh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.4% lower
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Food
3.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.2% higher
Commute
23.8% lower
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.2% lower
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