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ALTON vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Alton, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
46.5%
more expensive
than Alton, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$109,908
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
257% more expensive in Chicago
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Alton, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
287.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.7% lower
Commute
50.9% higher
Health
6.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.1% higher
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