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ARLINGTON vs. CHICAGO
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Arlington, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
6.5%
more expensive
than Arlington, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$252,465
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Arlington, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Arlington, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
12.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
20.9% higher
Health
11.4% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
0.2% higher
Cost of Food
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