Chicago, Illinois vs. Watertown, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watertown, South Dakota is 21.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $39,479 in Watertown, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, South Dakota is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Watertown
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Watertown, SD
Compared to Chicago, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  57.2% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
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  Personal
  7.5% lower
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