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AUSTIN vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.0% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $59,136 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Chicago
than in Austin, Texas

Austin, TX vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Austin, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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17.0% lower

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0.5% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

37.9% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

6.4% lower

Commute

26.0% higher

Health

13.4% lower

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Personal

6.9% higher

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