Chicago, Illinois vs. Round Rock, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Round Rock, Texas is 8.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $54,236 in Round Rock, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Round Rock, Texas is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Round Rock
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Round Rock, TX
Compared to Chicago, Round Rock is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower