Ballwin, Missouri vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 1.8% more expensive than Ballwin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $86,531 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ballwin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ballwin, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ballwin, Missouri
Ballwin, MO vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Ballwin, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  46.9% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher