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CHELSEA vs. CHICAGO
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Chelsea, Alabama vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
3.4%
more expensive
than Chelsea, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$51,684
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chelsea, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Chelsea, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
116% more expensive in Chicago
than in Chelsea, Alabama
Chelsea, AL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Chelsea, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.4% 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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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
3.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.3% lower
Commute
39.2% higher
Health
28.0% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
1.5% higher
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