Chicago, Illinois vs. Appleton, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Appleton, Wisconsin is 21.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $705,569 in Appleton, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Appleton, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Appleton
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Appleton, WI
Compared to Chicago, Appleton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  46.5% lower
  Health
  8.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.8% lower
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