San Ramon, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 57.2% cheaper than San Ramon, California.

You would need a salary of $50,939 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Ramon, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than San Ramon, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Chicago
than in San Ramon, California
San Ramon, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to San Ramon, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  4.4% higher
  Health
  27.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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