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CHICAGO vs. AMHERST
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Amherst, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Amherst, New York is
16.2%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$41,899
in Amherst, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Amherst, New York is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Amherst
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Amherst, NY
Compared to Chicago, Amherst is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.2% 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
6.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.3% higher
Commute
32.6% lower
Health
19.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% lower
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