Houghton, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.0% more expensive than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $74,861 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Houghton, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Chicago
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Houghton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.4% lower
  Commute
  77.6% higher
  Health
  27.2% lower
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  Personal
  15.1% higher
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