Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs West Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 14.7% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $86,017 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs West Chicago, IL
Compared to Buffalo, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  183.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% lower
  Commute
  9.3% higher
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher

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