Scott City, Kansas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 35.3% more expensive than Scott City, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $67,632 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Scott City, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Scott City, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Chicago
than in Scott City, Kansas
Scott City, KS vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Scott City, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  116.7% higher
  Health
  15.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher