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CHICAGO vs. WILMINGTON
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Wilmington, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Wilmington, North Carolina is
10.1%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$53,911
in Wilmington, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wilmington, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% cheaper in Wilmington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Wilmington, NC
Compared to Chicago, Wilmington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
0.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.7% higher
Commute
43.8% lower
Health
34.9% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
7.0% lower
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