Cost of Living Calculator - Bloomington, Idaho vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 20.8% more expensive than Bloomington, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $100,272 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Bloomington, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
171% more expensive in Chicago
than in Bloomington, Idaho
Bloomington, ID vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Bloomington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  74.7% higher
  Health
  20.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher

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