Harlingen, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 51.9% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,168 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Chicago
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Harlingen, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.9% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  161.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  90.0% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  40.6% higher