Chicago, Illinois vs. Rutland, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rutland, Vermont is 17.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,433 in Rutland, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rutland, Vermont is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Rutland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rutland, VT
Compared to Chicago, Rutland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% 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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.8% higher
  Commute
  54.3% lower
  Health
  45.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower