Bloomington, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 7.7% cheaper than Bloomington, California.

You would need a salary of $46,174 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Bloomington, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Chicago
than in Bloomington, California
Bloomington, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Bloomington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  19.8% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
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  Personal
  6.1% higher
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