Jackson, Mississippi vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 31.3% more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $93,220 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
207% more expensive in Chicago
than in Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson, MS vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Jackson, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  65.7% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher