San Mateo, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 57.1% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $53,571 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Chicago
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to San Mateo, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  3.4% lower
  Health
  25.0% lower
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  Personal
  10.3% lower
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