Cost of Living Calculator - Bismarck, North Dakota vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 13.7% more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $65,917 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
86% more expensive in Chicago
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Bismarck, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.7% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  86.7% higher
  Health
  6.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher

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