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FAIRFIELD vs. CHICAGO
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Fairfield, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
49.6%
more expensive
than Fairfield, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$25,429
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Fairfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
257% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fairfield, Illinois
Fairfield, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fairfield, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
256.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
99.3% higher
Health
30.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.8% higher
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