Chicago, Illinois vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 50.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $174,540 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Arlington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Chicago, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  197.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  14.3% higher
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
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