Ferndale, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.0% more expensive than Ferndale, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $55,475 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ferndale, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ferndale, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ferndale, Michigan
Ferndale, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Ferndale, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  10.3% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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