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CHICAGO vs. ASHEVILLE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Asheville, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is
1.6%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$33,954
in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% cheaper in Asheville
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Chicago, Asheville is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.6% 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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Food
6.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
25.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.2% higher
Commute
40.2% lower
Health
39.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.1% lower
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