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BERKELEY vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Berkeley, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
54.9%
cheaper
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$73,921
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Chicago
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Berkeley, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
54.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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14.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.6% higher
Commute
16.7% higher
Health
24.7% lower
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Personal
3.7% lower
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