Gary, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 47.3% more expensive than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $107,547 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Gary, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
258% more expensive in Chicago
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Gary, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  388.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  46.3% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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