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CHICAGO vs. SAN ANTONIO
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Chicago, Illinois vs. San Antonio, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Antonio, Texas is
16.4%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$87,793
in San Antonio, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Antonio, Texas is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in San Antonio
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. San Antonio, TX
Compared to Chicago, San Antonio is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
23.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% higher
Commute
28.3% lower
Health
8.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.3% lower
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