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BILLINGS vs. CHICAGO
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Billings, Montana vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
15.0%
more expensive
than Billings, Montana.
You would need a salary of
$80,493
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Billings, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Billings, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
84% more expensive in Chicago
than in Billings, Montana
Billings, MT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Billings, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
0.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% lower
Commute
84.2% higher
Health
5.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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