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SALEM vs. CHICAGO
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Salem, Oregon vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
4.9%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$1,132,734
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Chicago
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Salem, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.0% higher
Commute
44.1% higher
Health
5.2% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
12.5% higher
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