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AUSTIN vs. CHICAGO RIDGE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Austin, Texas vs. Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago Ridge, Illinois is
24.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$37,906
in Chicago Ridge, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago Ridge, Illinois is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Chicago Ridge
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Chicago Ridge, IL
Compared to Austin, Chicago Ridge is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
21.9% higher
Health
13.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.0% higher
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