Edmond, Oklahoma vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.5% more expensive than Edmond, Oklahoma.

You would need a salary of $66,916 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Edmond, Oklahoma
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Chicago
than in Edmond, Oklahoma
Edmond, OK vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Edmond, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  46.3% higher
  Health
  17.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% higher