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CHICAGO vs. TUSCALOOSA
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is
18.5%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$40,736
in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Tuscaloosa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Chicago, Tuscaloosa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
33.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.2% higher
Commute
43.1% lower
Health
30.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% higher
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