Chicago, Illinois vs. Rio Rico, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rico, Arizona is 23.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $38,408 in Rio Rico, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rico, Arizona is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Rio Rico
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rio Rico, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Rio Rico is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  37.8% lower
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower