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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Austin, Texas
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
20.5%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$168,678
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Austin
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Austin, TX
Compared to Chicago, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.5% higher
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
6.8% higher
Commute
20.6% lower
Health
15.5% higher
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Personal
6.4% lower
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