Durham, North Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.2% more expensive than Durham, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $132,185 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Durham, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
64% more expensive in Chicago
than in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, NC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Durham, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  10.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  64.7% higher
  Health
  10.1% lower
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  Personal
  11.9% higher
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