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ALEXANDRIA vs. CHICAGO
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
23.4%
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$42,103
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Chicago
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Alexandria, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
13.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.6% lower
Commute
7.5% higher
Health
13.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
2.5% lower
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