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MONTEREY vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Monterey, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
38.6%
cheaper
than Monterey, California.
You would need a salary of
$56,722
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Chicago
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Monterey, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.6% lower
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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Taxes Considered
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Food
12.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
71.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% higher
Commute
50.4% higher
Health
38.8% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
5.9% higher
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