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LOUISVILLE vs. CHICAGO
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Louisville, Kentucky vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.7%
more expensive
than Louisville, Kentucky.
You would need a salary of
$62,261
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Louisville, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Chicago
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Louisville, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
42.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.0% higher
Commute
34.2% higher
Health
7.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.3% higher
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