North Augusta, South Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.8% more expensive than North Augusta, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $100,609 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in North Augusta, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than North Augusta, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in North Augusta, South Carolina
North Augusta, SC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to North Augusta, 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  64.3% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher