Rensselaer, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.6% more expensive than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $97,428 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rensselaer, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  49.1% higher
  Health
  24.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher