South Fayette, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.5% more expensive than South Fayette, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $55,247 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South Fayette, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than South Fayette, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Chicago
than in South Fayette, Pennsylvania
South Fayette, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to South Fayette, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  27.4% higher
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% higher