Cost of Living Calculator - Brandon, South Dakota vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.4% more expensive than Brandon, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $88,304 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Brandon, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Brandon, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
81% more expensive in Chicago
than in Brandon, South Dakota
Brandon, SD vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Brandon, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  75.8% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher

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