Aiken, South Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 24.4% more expensive than Aiken, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $62,225 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Aiken, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Aiken, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Chicago
than in Aiken, South Carolina
Aiken, SC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Aiken, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.9% lower
  Commute
  63.7% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  11.8% higher
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