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CHICAGO vs. ST. PAUL
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Chicago, Illinois vs. St. Paul, Minnesota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in St. Paul, Minnesota is
8.2%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$45,903
in St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Paul, Minnesota is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in St. Paul
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. St. Paul, MN
Compared to Chicago, St. Paul is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
4.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
20.9% lower
Health
13.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% higher
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