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ABILENE vs. CHICAGO
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Abilene, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
35.4%
more expensive
than Abilene, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$67,718
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Abilene, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Abilene, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Chicago
than in Abilene, Texas
Abilene, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Abilene, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
5.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
90.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.0% lower
Commute
102.2% higher
Health
24.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.1% higher
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