Delray Beach, Florida vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 2.1% more expensive than Delray Beach, Florida.

You would need a salary of $158,241 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Delray Beach, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Delray Beach, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% more expensive in Chicago
than in Delray Beach, Florida
Delray Beach, FL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Delray Beach, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% higher
      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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher