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
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  Food
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  16.8% higher
  Health
  13.7% lower
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  Personal
  9.2% lower
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