North Chicago, Illinois vs. Billings, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Billings, Montana is 18.7% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,834 in Billings, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Billings, Montana is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Billings
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Billings, MT
Compared to North Chicago, Billings is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% lower