Chicago, Illinois vs. Walla Walla, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walla Walla, Washington is 12.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,648 in Walla Walla, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walla Walla, Washington is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Walla Walla
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Walla Walla, WA
Compared to Chicago, Walla Walla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  47.8% lower
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% lower