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CHICAGO vs. 22 OUT OF
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Chicago, Illinois vs. United States,
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in United States, is
6.9%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$69,832
in United States, to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, United States, is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in United States
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. 22 Out Of , 5-
Compared to Chicago, 22 Out Of is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
0.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% higher
Commute
27.8% lower
Health
13.6% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
6.8% lower
Cost of Food
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