Merrill, Wisconsin vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 42.6% more expensive than Merrill, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $71,315 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrill, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Merrill, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Chicago
than in Merrill, Wisconsin
Merrill, WI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Merrill, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  86.4% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.6% higher
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