Gainesville, Georgia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 15.2% more expensive than Gainesville, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $34,571 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Gainesville, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Gainesville, Georgia
Gainesville, GA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Gainesville, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  66.5% higher
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher