Washington, District of Columbia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 28.7% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $39,223 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Chicago
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Washington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  2.4% higher
  Health
  7.9% lower
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  Personal
  1.5% higher
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