Chicago, Illinois vs. Westbrook, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westbrook, Maine is 2.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,547 in Westbrook, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westbrook, Maine is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Westbrook
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Westbrook, ME
Compared to Chicago, Westbrook is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher