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ALAMEDA vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alameda, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
48.9%
cheaper
than Alameda, California.
You would need a salary of
$38,357
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Chicago
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Alameda, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
76.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.8% higher
Commute
10.4% higher
Health
24.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% lower
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