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COLUMBUS vs. CHICAGO
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Columbus, Ohio vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
24.3%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$146,059
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Chicago
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbus, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.3% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.1% lower
Commute
53.7% higher
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% higher
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