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HOOVER vs. CHICAGO
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Hoover, Alabama vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
1.4%
more expensive
than Hoover, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$121,700
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hoover, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Hoover, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
116% more expensive in Chicago
than in Hoover, Alabama
Hoover, AL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Hoover, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.4% lower
Commute
55.1% higher
Health
27.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% higher
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