Chicago, Illinois vs. Pueblo, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pueblo, Colorado is 17.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $82,495 in Pueblo, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pueblo, Colorado is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Pueblo
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Pueblo, CO
Compared to Chicago, Pueblo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  38.7% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% lower