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SANTA ROSA vs. CHICAGO
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Santa Rosa, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
24.3%
cheaper
than Santa Rosa, California.
You would need a salary of
$47,683
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Rosa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Santa Rosa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Chicago
than in Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Santa Rosa, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.3% 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
11.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
60.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
33.7% higher
Health
20.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% higher
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