Chicago, Illinois vs. Ballwin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ballwin, Missouri is 1.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $122,789 in Ballwin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ballwin, Missouri is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Ballwin
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ballwin, MO
Compared to Chicago, Ballwin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower