East Lansing, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 19.1% more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $65,488 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in East Lansing, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Chicago
than in East Lansing, Michigan
East Lansing, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to East Lansing, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  19.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  58.5% higher
  Health
  0.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.1% higher
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