Harrisonburg, Virginia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 20.7% more expensive than Harrisonburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $76,025 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Harrisonburg, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
110% more expensive in Chicago
than in Harrisonburg, Virginia
Harrisonburg, VA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Harrisonburg, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.7% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  110.5% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher