Chicago, Illinois vs. Twin Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Twin Falls, Idaho is 15.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $125,538 in Twin Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Twin Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% cheaper in Twin Falls
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Twin Falls, ID
Compared to Chicago, Twin Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  51.3% lower
  Health
  24.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower