Arlington, Virginia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 33.5% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $33,230 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Chicago
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Arlington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
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  Personal
  8.2% lower
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