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MINNEAPOLIS vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
2.3%
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota.
You would need a salary of
$81,829
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Chicago
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Minneapolis, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.3% higher
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
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
15.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.9% lower
Commute
27.6% higher
Health
16.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.8% lower
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