Berlin, Maryland vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 6.9% more expensive than Berlin, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $53,433 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Berlin, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Berlin, Maryland
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Berlin, Maryland
Berlin, MD vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Berlin, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  66.7% higher
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher