Chicago, Illinois vs. Sandpoint, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 4.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,626 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Sandpoint
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Chicago, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  51.6% lower
  Health
  18.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower