St. Albans, Vermont vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.0% more expensive than St. Albans, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $55,996 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Albans, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than St. Albans, Vermont
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Chicago
than in St. Albans, Vermont
St. Albans, VT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to St. Albans, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  62.2% higher
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher