Talladega, Alabama vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 51.7% more expensive than Talladega, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $75,849 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Talladega, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Talladega, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Chicago
than in Talladega, Alabama
Talladega, AL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Talladega, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.7% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  222.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  107.0% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher