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STERLING vs. CHICAGO
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Sterling, Virginia vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.0%
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$75,326
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Chicago
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Sterling, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.9% lower
Commute
16.8% higher
Health
13.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.2% lower
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