Anderson, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.4% more expensive than Anderson, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $75,210 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Anderson, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Anderson, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Chicago
than in Anderson, Indiana
Anderson, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Anderson, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.4% higher
      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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  287.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  55.3% higher
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher