Monroe, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.8% more expensive than Monroe, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $62,881 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Monroe, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Chicago
than in Monroe, Michigan
Monroe, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Monroe, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  30.8% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher