Cost of Living Calculator - Carol Stream, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 3.5% more expensive than Carol Stream, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $82,775 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Carol Stream, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Carol Stream, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
14% more expensive in Chicago
than in Carol Stream, Illinois
Carol Stream, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Carol Stream, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  14.7% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower

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