Chicago, Illinois vs. Beloit, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beloit, Wisconsin is 28.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $99,981 in Beloit, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beloit, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Beloit
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Beloit, WI
Compared to Chicago, Beloit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.6% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  42.5% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower