Midland, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.5% more expensive than Midland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $131,741 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Midland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Midland, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Chicago
than in Midland, Michigan
Midland, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Midland, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  62.7% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher