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MANHATTAN vs. CHICAGO
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Manhattan, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
51.5%
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York.
You would need a salary of
$94,593
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Chicago
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
51.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
19.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
38.3% lower
Commute
14.0% lower
Health
29.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
28.2% lower
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