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ALLEN vs. CHICAGO
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Allen, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
0.7%
cheaper
than Allen, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$297,782
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Allen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Chicago
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Allen, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.7% 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
5.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
54.2% higher
Health
12.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.6% higher
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