West Chicago, Illinois vs. Bethel, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethel, Alaska is 50.3% more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $75,172 in Bethel, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethel, Alaska is more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Bethel
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs. Bethel, AK
Compared to West Chicago, Bethel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.3% 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
  123.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  145.2% higher
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  31.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher