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LAFAYETTE vs. CHICAGO
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Lafayette, Louisiana vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
22.0%
more expensive
than Lafayette, Louisiana.
You would need a salary of
$183,068
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Lafayette, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, LA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lafayette, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% higher
Commute
36.5% higher
Health
23.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.0% higher
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