Midland, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.1% more expensive than Midland, Texas.

You would need a salary of $117,121 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Midland, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Midland, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Chicago
than in Midland, Texas
Midland, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Midland, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  85.9% higher
  Health
  19.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% higher