Chicago, Illinois vs. Sonoma, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sonoma, California is 58.1% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $79,050 in Sonoma, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sonoma, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
219% more expensive in Sonoma
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Sonoma, CA
Compared to Chicago, Sonoma is:
  Homeowner
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  58.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  223.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.5% higher
  Commute
  21.6% lower
  Health
  26.6% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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