Albany, New York vs. North Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 18.4% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,933 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in North Chicago
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. North Chicago, IL
Compared to Albany, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.4% lower
      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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  17.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher