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CHARLOTTE vs. CHICAGO
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
7.7%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$113,109
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% more expensive in Chicago
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Charlotte, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
0.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.6% lower
Commute
41.8% higher
Health
7.4% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
7.9% higher
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