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VALPARAISO vs. CHICAGO
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Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
6.5%
more expensive
than Valparaiso, Indiana.
You would need a salary of
$53,274
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Valparaiso, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.5% 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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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
24.2% higher
Health
2.8% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.6% higher
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