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SANTA MARIA vs. CHICAGO
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Santa Maria, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
11.5%
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$0
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Chicago
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Santa Maria, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
5.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
40.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
45.5% higher
Health
22.3% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.5% higher
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