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CHICAGO vs. ATLANTA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Atlanta, Georgia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is
1.9%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$188,445
in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Chicago, Atlanta is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
1.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
13.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.6% higher
Commute
11.4% lower
Health
12.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.0% lower
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