Soldotna, Alaska vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 4.1% more expensive than Soldotna, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $52,035 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Soldotna, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Soldotna, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
77% more expensive in Chicago
than in Soldotna, Alaska
Soldotna, AK vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Soldotna, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  20.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% lower
  Commute
  77.3% higher
  Health
  32.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower