Redmond, Washington vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 44.4% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $27,781 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Chicago
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Redmond, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.4% lower
      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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.2% higher
  Commute
  8.3% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower