Kent, Washington vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 21.7% cheaper than Kent, Washington.

You would need a salary of $54,351 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Kent, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Kent, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Chicago
than in Kent, Washington
Kent, WA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Kent, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.3% higher
  Commute
  4.5% lower
  Health
  0.2% lower
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  Personal
  11.8% lower
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