Jamaica, Vermont vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 5.5% more expensive than Jamaica, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $52,750 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Jamaica, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Jamaica, Vermont
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Chicago
than in Jamaica, Vermont
Jamaica, VT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Jamaica, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.0% lower
  Commute
  70.4% higher
  Health
  31.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher

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