Schertz, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.5% more expensive than Schertz, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,763 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Schertz, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Schertz, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in Schertz, Texas
Schertz, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Schertz, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  33.4% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% higher