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BROOKLYN vs. CHICAGO
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Brooklyn, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
41.9%
cheaper
than Brooklyn, New York.
You would need a salary of
$43,611
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Brooklyn, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Chicago
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Brooklyn, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
17.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
38.8% lower
Commute
28.1% lower
Health
31.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.8% lower
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