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Cost of Living Calculator - Birmingham, Alabama vs West Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 34.1% more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $100,561 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
203% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs West Chicago, IL
Compared to Birmingham, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  34.1% higher
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  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  270.0% higher
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  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  26.6% higher
  Health
  22.6% lower
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  Personal
  16.1% higher
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