Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Ballston Spa, New York


The cost of living in Ballston Spa, New York is 4.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,765 in Ballston Spa, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ballston Spa, New York is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% cheaper in Ballston Spa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Ballston Spa, NY
Compared to Chicago, Ballston Spa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% higher
  Commute
  35.7% lower
  Health
  31.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher

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