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NEW ORLEANS vs. CHICAGO
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New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
5.7%
more expensive
than New Orleans, Louisiana.
You would need a salary of
$52,854
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Chicago
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to New Orleans, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.3% higher
Commute
4.5% higher
Health
13.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.7% higher
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