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BLOOMINGTON vs. CHICAGO
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Bloomington, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
30.3%
more expensive
than Bloomington, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$116,524
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Bloomington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Chicago
than in Bloomington, Illinois
Bloomington, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Bloomington, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.3% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
49.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% lower
Commute
105.5% higher
Health
19.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.6% higher
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