Lorain, Ohio vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 51.5% more expensive than Lorain, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $75,740 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lorain, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lorain, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lorain, Ohio
Lorain, OH vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lorain, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  213.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  89.7% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.3% higher
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