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ST. CHARLES vs. CHICAGO
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St. Charles, Missouri vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
16.6%
more expensive
than St. Charles, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$163,257
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Charles, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than St. Charles, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
56% more expensive in Chicago
than in St. Charles, Missouri
St. Charles, MO vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to St. Charles, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
14.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% higher
Commute
58.8% higher
Health
7.9% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.6% higher
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