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CLEVELAND vs. CHICAGO
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Cleveland, Ohio vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
48.5%
more expensive
than Cleveland, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$623,900
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Cleveland, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Cleveland, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
191% more expensive in Chicago
than in Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland, OH vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Cleveland, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
329.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.2% lower
Commute
53.0% higher
Health
6.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.8% higher
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