Walker, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 15.1% more expensive than Walker, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $57,556 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Walker, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Walker, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% more expensive in Chicago
than in Walker, Michigan
Walker, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Walker, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.1% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  47.2% higher
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher