Cost of Living Calculator - Brenham, Texas vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.2% more expensive than Brenham, Texas.

You would need a salary of $93,882 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Brenham, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Brenham, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
123% more expensive in Chicago
than in Brenham, Texas
Brenham, TX vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Brenham, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  123.7% higher
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher

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