Houston, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.5% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $59,154 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Chicago
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Houston, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  16.4% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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