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Cost of Living Calculator - Asheville, North Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 1.6% more expensive than Asheville, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $254,007 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Asheville, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Asheville, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
67% more expensive in Chicago
than in Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, NC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Asheville, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  1.6% higher
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  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% lower
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  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  67.3% higher
  Health
  28.4% lower
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  Personal
  5.4% higher
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