Olson, North Dakota vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.6% more expensive than Olson, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $75,316 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Olson, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Olson, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Chicago
than in Olson, North Dakota
Olson, ND vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Olson, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.6% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  108.6% higher
  Health
  19.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher