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RIVERSIDE vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Riverside, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.9%
cheaper
than Riverside, California.
You would need a salary of
$56,063
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Riverside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Riverside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Chicago
than in Riverside, California
Riverside, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Riverside, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.5% lower
Commute
5.2% lower
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% higher
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