Chicago, Illinois vs. Texas City, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Texas City, Texas is 23.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $229,025 in Texas City, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Texas City, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Texas City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Texas City, TX
Compared to Chicago, Texas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.6% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower