Cost of Living Calculator - Brunswick, Maine vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 0.9% more expensive than Brunswick, Maine.

You would need a salary of $129,204 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Brunswick, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Brunswick, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
79% more expensive in Chicago
than in Brunswick, Maine
Brunswick, ME vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Brunswick, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  79.4% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower

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